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Justice Brett Kavanaugh said he would have gone further and cautioned that the Court’s inaction could lead to “extended uncertainty and confusion” over whether it intends to overturn the longstanding precedent.

The decision hands President Trump another quick win in his broader effort to reclaim executive authority since returning to office. The administration has moved aggressively to challenge removal protections across multiple independent agencies.

The case will now return to lower courts for further proceedings, but the Supreme Court’s emergency order allows the removals to take effect immediately. Legal experts say the ruling could have significant implications for the structure and independence of other federal agencies.

As the 2026 midterm elections approach, the decision is expected to fuel ongoing debates about the balance of power between the executive branch and independent regulatory bodies. Both parties are closely watching how the Court continues to handle similar challenges to longstanding precedents on agency independence.