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Supreme Court cements Trump's power over agencies long considered independent

Supreme Court cements Trump's power over agencies long considered independent
NPR Business Monday 29 June 2026, 14:33 UTC By Andrea Hsu 1 min read
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In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power.(Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power.

(Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)

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