# Federal Communications Commission

Type: government agency

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## Timeline

- **2026-06-30**: Trump Comments on Ruling — Speaking to reporters, Trump says he does not expect more firings but asserts the decision gives a president necessary authority.
- **2026-06-29**: Supreme Court Issues Landmark Ruling — In a 6-3 decision, the Court overturns precedent and grants the president unlimited removal power over independent agency heads.
- **2026-06-29**: Federal Reserve Independence Preserved (For Now) — In a separate 5-4 ruling, the Court blocks the president’s firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook pending lower court proceedings.
- **2025**: FTC Commissioner Slaughter Fired — President Trump removes FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter without cause, stating her views did not align with administration priorities.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### After 6-3 SCOTUS Ruling, Over Two Dozen Federal Agencies Could See Leadership Purges
2026-07-12 07:41:56 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 4

The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision allows the president to fire heads of independent agencies without cause, affecting over two dozen bodies. HR professionals face new workforce volatility, from shifting policy priorities to morale crises among federal employees and contractors. Understanding the ruling’s reach is now critical for workforce planning and compliance management.
Full story: https://gethrbrief.com/story/scotus-independent-agency-firings-hr-impact

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