Archive · 7 Dec 2025

US Supreme Court weighs ending 90-year limit on presidential firing powers

US Supreme Court weighs ending 90-year limit on presidential firing powers

The US Supreme Court is thinking about changing a 90-year-old rule that stops the president from firing certain government leaders.

This rule, called Humphrey’s Executor, has been around since 1935.

President Donald Trump has already fired many officials, but two have stayed in their jobs.

The court is deciding if Trump should have more power to fire people.

Some people think this is a good idea because they believe the president should have full control.

Others think the rule should stay because it protects important government work.

The court will also decide if judges can put someone back in their job if they were fired unfairly.

This is important because it could affect the economy and how the government works.

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