US Judge Declares Trump's Firing of Watchdog Agency Head Illegal.
A U.S. judge has ruled that President Donald Trump's firing of the head of a federal watchdog agency is illegal, in an early test of the scope of presidential power likely to be decided at the U.S. Supreme Court. The ruling comes after a lengthy legal battle over the authority of the Office of Special Counsel, which protects whistleblowers and reviews unethical practices within the executive branch. The decision marks a significant victory for Democrats, who have sought to limit Trump's ability to control federal agencies.
- This landmark ruling highlights the ongoing tensions between presidential power and congressional oversight, potentially setting a precedent for future challenges to executive authority.
- How will this ruling be received by other branches of government, such as Congress, in their efforts to hold the executive branch accountable and ensure accountability within the administration?