US supreme court rules Trump can fire leaders of independent agencies

The US Supreme Court has overturned a longstanding precedent by ruling that President Trump can dismiss leaders of independent agencies like the Federal Trade Commission, allowing for more direct executive control. This decision, made in the case of Trump v Slaughter, has significant implications for the balance of power in the US government, potentially enabling future presidents to exert greater influence over agency heads. The 6-3 decision, with three liberal justices dissenting, signals a major shift in how executive authority is perceived and exercised in the country.