Supreme Court Enables Trump to Cut Thousands in Federal Agencies

The Supreme Court's conservative supermajority has repeatedly issued rulings enabling President Donald Trump's extensive use of executive power, often through the controversial shadow docket, which allows major decisions without detailed opinions or transparency. Notably, the Court allowed Trump to proceed with firing a large portion of the Department of Education's workforce, effectively enabling the dismantling of the agency and undermining congressional authority. This pattern extends to other areas, including the removal of leaders of independent federal agencies and deportations of immigrants to countries where they have no ties, all without public deliberation or clear legal rationale. Critics argue these shadow docket rulings weaken the constitutional separation of powers and facilitate what some call a "constitutional coup" by granting a lawless executive sweeping control without accountability. While lower federal courts have often pushed back against the administration's actions, the Supreme Court has consistently sided with Trump, allowing his policies to proceed despite significant legal and humanitarian concerns. The Court's silence and lack of explanation in these decisions have drawn sharp dissent from liberal justices and legal experts alike, highlighting a deep divide over the judiciary's role in checking executive power.