The Supreme Court's 2025 term saw major rulings on birthright citizenship, affirmed by the justices, and a Mississippi law on mail-in ballots, also upheld. The court also addressed presidential power, with some decisions showing pragmatic conservatism and others revealing philosophical divides.
The US Supreme Court's term concluded with a mix of wins and losses for President Trump, impacting policies like tariffs and birthright citizenship. However, experts note a continued trend towards granting broad executive power to the president.
The US Supreme Court ruled President Trump can remove FTC commissioners without cause, overturning a 1935 precedent. This expands executive authority over independent agencies like the SEC and CFTC, creating mixed implications for crypto regulation and the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act.
The Supreme Court in Trump v Slaughter overturned a 91-year precedent, allowing the president to fire independent agency heads at will, except for Federal Reserve board members. This ruling significantly expands presidential authority and is seen as a blow to congressional power and the administrative state.
The US Supreme Court expanded presidential power by ruling that presidents can fire heads of independent federal agencies at will. However, it protected Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, ruling she could only be removed 'for cause.' The court also declined to hear Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case.
The Supreme Court granted President Trump broad power to remove regulators, overturning a 90-year precedent. However, it ruled against him on mail-in ballot counting and indicated limits on presidential influence over the Federal Reserve.
Law professor John Yoo will advise an investigation into whether former law enforcement and intelligence officials conspired against Donald Trump. Yoo, known for his views on presidential power and "torture memos," will assist prosecutor Joe diGenova in the Florida-based probe.
The Supreme Court has expanded presidential power, allowing the US President to fire heads of independent federal agencies at will, overturning a 91-year-old precedent. An exception was made for Federal Reserve governors, with Lisa Cook allowed to remain in her post while fighting dismissal.
The US Supreme Court ruled 5-4 against President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, protecting the central bank's independence and requiring 'cause' for removal.
The White House South Lawn, usually reserved for state functions, hosted its first professional sporting event: a UFC fight night celebrating Donald Trump's birthday and the US's 250th anniversary. The event featured military flyovers, patriotic displays, and concluded with a major upset in the lightweight championship bout.
