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Courts & Law

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Supreme Court expands presidential removal power over FTC but shields Fed

Jun 30, 2026

The segment discusses twin Supreme Court rulings issued June 29, 2026: a 6-3 decision allowing President Trump to fire FTC Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter without cause, overturning Humphrey's Executor precedent, and a separate 5-4 decision blocking the firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook. It features former FTC Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya criticizing the outcomes as creating a two-tiered system favoring Wall Street over consumers. Bedoya recounts FTC enforcement actions against figures like Martin Shkreli, Amazon, and Meta, contrasts historical protections for the Fed and FTC, and warns that appointees may prioritize Trump family financial interests. Sourcing consists of the host, Bedoya as sole guest, references to an NYT quote, and Reuters reporting on Meta.

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Supreme Court allows Trump to fire FTC's Slaughter, keeps Fed's Cook in post pending litigation

Jun 29, 2026

The broadcast covered twin June 29, 2026 Supreme Court decisions: a 6-3 ruling in Trump v. Slaughter permitting the president to remove FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter without cause, overturning Humphrey's Executor, and a 5-4 ruling in Trump v. Cook allowing Fed Governor Lisa Cook to remain in her position while litigation continues. Panelists discussed implications for dozens of independent agencies, the unitary executive theory, and potential effects on civil-service protections. Sourcing relied on court opinions, Sotomayor's extended dissent, and statements from Bill Pulte; guests included former prosecutors and legal analysts.

▶ Source: MS NOW