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FEC Chair Ellen Weintraub Defies Trump's Dismissal Attempt

Ellen Weintraub challenges Trump's claimed removal from the FEC, asserting it is illegal and vowing to continue her service.

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Ellen Weintraub, Chair of the Federal Election Commission, announced she received a dismissal letter from President Trump, which she claims is illegal. Since 2002, Weintraub has served as a commissioner and is currently facing complaints against Trump. She maintains her position, asserting that proper legal protocols for removal were not followed. The FEC, an independent agency, has a bipartisan structure to ensure fair elections, and Weintraub emphasizes her commitment to campaign finance law enforcement despite the political turmoil surrounding her position.

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