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Can the President Fire Anyone He Wants? Yes, Unless the Target Is Part of the Federal Reserve.

In a pair of decisions on Monday, the Supreme Court ruled that presidents have full authority to fire heads of executive branch agencies—but that the Fed is different.

Reason

'Historic and unprecedented': Trump hails Supreme Court ruling upholding agency firings

US President Donald Trump celebrated what he described as a "Historic and Unprecedented" victory after the US Supreme Court handed him a major win by upholding his authority to remove the heads of most independent federal agencies.

The Times of India

US Supreme Court expands presidential powers, backs Trump's firing; Fed's Lisa Cook spared for now

US Supreme Court on Monday upheld President Donald Trump's authority to remove the heads of most independent federal agencies, while making a key exception for the Federal Reserve. The landmark ruling, which significantly expands presidential powers, is being seen as one of the most consequential decisions on executive authority in…

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US Supreme Court rejects Trump's unprecedented bid to fire Fed's Cook

The Supreme Court has taken a significant stand for the Federal Reserve's independence, rejecting President Trump's unusual effort to remove Governor Lisa Cook. The ruling highlights that Fed officials are appointed for set terms and can only be dismissed under specific circumstances, ensuring the central bank remains free from political…

The Economic Times

Supreme Court delivers big blow to Trump’s plan to limit mail-in voting

Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett sided with the court’s three liberal justices

The Independent UK

Supreme court lets Trump turn back asylum seekers at US-Mexico border

Decision allows Trump administration to block migrants from entering US soil and the right to claim asylum

The Guardian - US

AO boss blames Labour as it shifts UK call centre roles abroad

About 150 jobs have already been lost in Bolton as the retailer reports 145% rise in profits and hands £20m to shareholders

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AO World boss blames Labour job tax hike for move to offshore jobs overseas

John Roberts said the group was hiring staff in South Africa to cut staff costs and using AI in warehouses.

Evening Standard

Trump, Scalia, and the Unitary Executive

How a four-decade-old dissent may now help the president fire independent federal agency heads at will

Reason

Supreme Court Backs Trump Administration Over FCC Data Privacy Enforcement on Telecom Giants

The US Supreme Court's upholding of FCC's authority to enforce privacy rules against telco giants preserves its power to issue penalties for mishandling customer data.

International Business Times UK

Your Location Data Exposed: Supreme Court Rules Against AT&T and Verizon in $100M Privacy Battle

The US Supreme Court has upheld the FCC's power to pursue roughly $100 million in fines against AT&T and Verizon over alleged mishandling of customer location data.

International Business Times UK

CJ Roberts Agrees with AT&T and Verizon, But Rules For FCC

The SG flipped positions on appeal, and the Chief Justice whips up a blue plate special to deny the carriers a refund.

Reason

Trump called her 'Most Beautiful in the World', media mistook her for Melania twice, now everyone wants to know who Margo Martin is dating

Margo Martin, a senior communications aide to Donald Trump, has attracted widespread public attention after reports revealed her relationship with former professional lacrosse player Brock Sorensen. Martin, known for filming behind-the-scenes White House and campaign footage, recently celebrated two years with Sorensen through a social media post. Her popularity has…

The Economic Times

Chief Judge Moore Commissions Bizarre AI Cartoon About The Federal Circuit Without Judge Newman

Kimberly Moore may rival Neal Katyal for the most cringey YouTube video in recent memory.

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Venezuela as the 51st State? Here's Why Donald Trump's Venezuela Statehood Dream Faces Legal Roadblocks

Donald Trump has suggested making Venezuela the 51st US state, sparking debate over the feasibility and legality of such a move, amid ongoing discussions about oil and geopolitical influence.

The Guardian - US

The supreme court’s takedown of American democracy is complete

Since the Citizens United decision of 2010, the justices have dismantled Americans’ voices. The only solution is at the ballot box

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Donald Trump ‘very serious’ about Venezuela becoming 51st state, wants to begin process soon

Venezuelans might not be Venezuelans for much longer.

International Business Times UK

Trump Is Reportedly 'Seriously Considering' Making Venezuela the 51st State After Canada-US Merging Proposal, Fox News Reporter Says

President Trump reportedly considers annexing Venezuela as the 51st state, following previous proposals to integrate Canada. This move aims to control oil reserves and reshape geopolitical dynamics.

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Latin Times

Trump Floats Venezuela As 51st State, Delcy Rodríguez Fires Back

Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodríguez rejected President Donald Trump's suggestion that he is "seriously considering" making Venezuela the 51st state of the United States.

Salon

This was John Roberts' plan all along

The chief justice has declared that the Court is not political. The facts — and his own history — say otherwise

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: US and Iran exchange fire, which president calls ‘love tap’

Skirmishes threw into question the viability of shaky ceasefire that had largely held for previous month – key US politics stories from 7 May at a glance

The Guardian - US

John Roberts insists supreme court not ‘political’ after Trump-friendly rulings

The chief justice defends court’s impartiality after decisions on abortion, presidential immunity and voting rights

The Independent UK

Clarence Thomas is now second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history. But his conservative influence is bigger than ever

Thomas' seniority means he can decide who writes an opinion if he's part of a majority that doesn't include Chief Justice John Roberts

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the US supreme court: its judgments have slowly erased voting rights

Editorial: A landmark ruling set back the right Congress granted – of racial equality in electoral opportunity – to keep Republicans in power

The Independent UK

John Roberts and the Supreme Court handed Trump a lifeline ahead of the midterm elections

ANALYSIS: Republicans go full-steam ahead on redistricting after the death of the Voting Rights Act, Eric Garcia writes, while even the most outspoken progressives offer only tepid support on their side

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