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President Trump is appealing to the Supreme Court to overturn lower court rulings that reinstated Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter after he fired her. The White House argues Trump acted lawfully, citing previous Supreme Court decisions. However, lower courts ruled Slaughter's dismissal illegal due to lack of cause. Slaughter, who resumed her FTC duties following the appeals court decision, is challenging the President's authority to remove commissioners without justification. This case highlights ongoing disputes about presidential power over federal agencies.

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