Respondent's Counsel (Mr. Agarwal / Mr. Egger / Mr. Huggaball)
Advocate representing Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and respondents, defending longstanding precedent upholding for-cause removal protections for multi-member independent agencies and arguing for adherence to Humphrey's Executor and related precedents.
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Dec 8, 2025 • 2h 30min
[25-332] Trump, President of United States v. Slaughter
General Sauer, an advocate for President Trump, passionately argues for broad presidential removal authority over executive officers, seeking to overturn the precedent set by Humphrey's Executor. He highlights the historical context and potential structural changes of such a decision. Respondent's Counsel, Mr. Huggaball, defends Commissioner Slaughter, asserting that the President's removal was unlawful and that existing laws ensure important agency independence. The discussion dives into agency functions, legal precedents, and the implications for future governance.
