Independent Agencies

Experts warn that presidential control over agency independence may have negative impacts on the U.S. economy.

Can nuclear safety survive presidential control after the demise of NRC independence?

In weakening checks on executive power, the Roberts Court overlooks the wisdom of its predecessors.

Trump v. Slaughter may force independent agencies to provide more rigorous justifications for new rules.

Scholar proposes several judicial remedies for improper presidential removal of agency heads.

The agency tasked with protecting federal employees, including whistleblowers, should be abolished.

Weakening the independence of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission puts the public welfare at risk.

Undermining the independence of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission will endanger American lives.

Attacks on the National Labor Relations Board’s leaders undermine their work and independence.

Bipartisan leadership safeguards both the process and purpose of independent agencies.

Overturning the precedent that protects FTC independence would invite corruption and public distrust.

Leaders from independent agencies discuss the implications of undermining for-cause protections for regulatory officials.