In a dramatic turn, a federal appeals court permits Trump to remove the head of a government watchdog agency while legal disputes unfold. Dellinger, the ousted chief, considers an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court.
Government watchdog lawyer Hampton Dellinger seeks to halt mass firings of federal workers by the Trump administration, citing potential violations of the law and lack of individualized cause.
Supreme Court temporarily allows the head of the federal whistleblower agency to stay in office, amidst legal battles over executive power and independence from partisan control.
Supreme Court intervenes in legal battle over Trump's attempt to fire whistleblower investigator, raising questions about executive power and independence of federal agencies.
Supreme Court rules against Trump's attempt to dismiss watchdog agency leader, sparking controversy over executive power and legal challenges. Justice Gorsuch dissents.
