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A federal appeals court blocked the Trump administration's attempt to replace the Register of Copyrights, Shira Perlmutter. Perlmutter, fired by Trump after producing a report on AI, sued, arguing her position falls under the legislative branch, not subject to presidential removal. A 2-1 decision sided with Perlmutter, stating the president's actions violated the separation of powers. The court also questioned the legality of the acting Librarian of Congress's appointment. This case highlights ongoing legal battles regarding presidential power over appointees in the legislative branch.

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