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US SC says Fed's Cook can keep her job for now
Published 30 June 2026 ยท world
Synopsis The Supreme Court has significantly broadened presidential authority, allowing presidents to dismiss heads of independent federal agencies at will, overturning a long-standing precedent. However
Synopsis The Supreme Court has significantly broadened presidential authority, allowing presidents to dismiss heads of independent federal agencies at will, overturning a long-standing precedent. However, the Federal Reserve remains an exception, with a governor allowed to remain in her post while contesting her dismissal. This ruling grants presidents greater control over regulatory bodies, sparking concerns about political influence and potential instability.
Published: June 30, 2026 โข 7:13 AM IST ยท Updated: June 30, 2026 โข 7:37 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis The Supreme Court has significantly broadened presidential authority, allowing presidents to dismiss heads of independent federal agencies at will, overturning a long-standing precedent.
However, the Federal Reserve remains an exception, with a governor allowed to remain in her post while contesting her dismissal.
This ruling grants presidents greater control over regulatory bodies, sparking concerns about political influence and potential instability.