Trump seeks greater control of independent regulators with his new executive order
President Donald Trump is moving to give the White House direct control of independent federal regulators such as the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Trade Commission and the Federal C
Independent agencies targeted by Trump’s latest executive order
A regulatory expert said the directive will likely be challenged in court, as Congress has largely shielded some of the affected agencies from involvement by the White House.
Trump issues executive order asserting absolute authority over independent federal agencies
The order is an assertion of the fascistic theory of the “unitary executive,” which has no constitutional basis but is likely to be supported by the ultra-right majority on the Supreme Court.
New Trump order takes aim at autonomy of independent agencies
White House seeks sway over FCC, FEC, FTC and some Fed operations. Politics professor Sarah Binder says it "grabs power from Congress."
FTC, SEC and other independent federal agencies must clear regulations by White House, Trump orders
The Trump administration has taken another step to centralize the executive branch with a new order that “reins in independent agencies.” | The White House's latest executive order would give the president greater control over federal agencies typically shielded by cross-term leadership appointments and dismissal protections.
Trump signs executive order to exert control over independent agencies
President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that seeks to bring independent federal agencies under his control.
Trump signs order to expand White House control of independent agencies
President Trump signed an executive order Tuesday aiming to expand the White House’s authority over various independent regulatory agencies, a move likely to prompt legal challenges. Trump issued an order titled “Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies” that would require independent agencies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission,
Trump order challenges independence of FCC, FTC and financial regulators
The order is the latest example of Trump’s embrace of a broad and controversial theory of executive power. The White House is confident the Supreme Court will bless his approach.
New Trump EO: I Alone Can Direct the FCC, FTC, Other Independent Agencies
In practical terms, the order seems unlikely to make much difference. The new FCC and FTC chairmen have already shown themselves to be enthusiastic supporters of Trump's agenda.
Congress needs to ‘stand up and voice objection’: Trump claims power over independent agencies
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Trump moves to rein in federal agencies, orders transparency on government waste after expanding IVF access
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Comcast’s DEI policies face federal scrutiny as FCC opens investigation
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Groups ask US court to reconsider ruling blocking net neutrality rules
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Net Neutrality Advocates Seek Full Sixth Circuit Rehearing
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NCLA Asks the Supreme Court to Stop FCC’s Use of Legislative Power, Bolster Nondelegation Doctrine
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