Unwritten Law

Trump, the FTC, and the Fight Against the Headless Fourth Branch


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The Supreme Court is set to hear Trump v. Slaughter, a landmark case that could finally overturn Humphrey’s Executor—the 1935 decision that created “independent” federal agencies beyond presidential control. Mark Chenoweth and John Vecchione are joined by NCLA’s Margot Cleveland, principal author of NCLA's amicus brief, to explain why this case could restore accountability to the executive branch and rein in the modern administrative state. From the origins of the FTC to the constitutional power of removal under Article II, this episode unpacks how the Court’s decision could reshape the balance of power in Washington.

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Unwritten LawBy New Civil Liberties Alliance