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Source: The Hill Politics
Summary
Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr’s actions against Jimmy Kimmel, highlighting the extent of Trump’s power over independent agencies. This remark came in the context of a recent Supreme Court ruling regarding Trump’s authority to dismiss FTC members.
Why It Matters
Gorsuch’s comments underscore significant concerns about the influence of political leaders over independent agencies, which are meant to operate free from political pressures. The ruling and its implications could set important precedents about the separation of powers and the autonomy of regulatory bodies.
