Legal Battle Over Humphrey's Executor
The seeks to overturn the 1935 Supreme Court decision in Humphrey's Executor, which restricts presidential power to fire leaders of independent federal agencies without cause.
This decision established the independence of federal agencies, a concept long contested by conservative legal theorists who argue for presidential supremacy over the executive branch.
The Broader Debate and Recent Judicial Trends
Critics of Humphrey's Executor argue that it misinterprets the Constitution by allowing agencies to operate independently of presidential control, citing Article 2's emphasis on presidential executive power.
Recent Supreme Court decisions, particularly under Chief , have shown skepticism towards limitations on presidential removal power, hinting at a potential shift in judicial stance on this issue.