


Trump Appeals Supreme Court Ruling on Whistleblower Agency Head Dismissal
President Trump seeks Supreme Court approval to fire whistleblower agency head amid ongoing legal battles over executive power and federal workforce changes.
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President Trump's administration has filed an appeal to the Supreme Court regarding the dismissal of Hampton Dellinger, head of the Office of Special Counsel. Dellinger, appointed by President Biden, argues that he cannot be fired without cause as stipulated by law. His removal has sparked legal challenges and raises questions about presidential powers over independent agencies. The case is significant as it could reshape federal workforce protections and sets a precedent for executive authority. A divided appellate court recently upheld a temporary order allowing Dellinger to remain in his position while the case is ongoing.
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