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politics1 year ago

Musk's Bold Moves: DOGE, Federal Cuts, and Worker Surveillance

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's plans to cut government spending through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) may face challenges despite a Supreme Court ruling overturning the Chevron doctrine. While they believe the ruling empowers their agenda by limiting federal agencies' regulatory powers, legal experts argue it could actually constrain DOGE's goals by requiring more judicial oversight and justification for regulatory changes. Although Republican support in Congress could aid their efforts, significant legal and procedural hurdles remain.

via Business Insider|
#chevron-doctrine#elon-musk#government-efficiency
law-and-politics2 years ago

"Supreme Court's Landmark Challenge: Reeling in Government Power"

The Supreme Court's conservative majority appears inclined to challenge the Chevron doctrine, a legal theory giving deference to federal agency regulations, in response to lawsuits from East Coast fishermen contesting a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) rule. Justices expressed concerns about the doctrine's impact on various groups and its potential for instability, while the government argued that overturning Chevron would disrupt the legal framework. The fishermen argue that the mandated cost of at-sea monitors significantly impacts their businesses, and a ruling is expected by late June.

via Fox News|
#administrative-state#chevron-doctrine#federal-regulation
politicslaw2 years ago

"Supreme Court's Potential Blow to Federal Agency Powers"

Two of Trump's Supreme Court appointees, Justices Neil Gorsuch and Brett Kavanaugh, are leading the charge to eliminate the Chevron doctrine, a 40-year-old legal principle that empowers federal agencies to interpret laws when they are unclear. The conservative majority on the Supreme Court appears set to overturn this precedent, potentially impacting regulations on public health, workplace safety, and consumer protections. The outcome of the case, which is expected by early summer, could significantly limit the power of federal agencies and lead to a flood of litigation challenging longstanding regulations.

via Fortune|
#administrative-state#chevron-doctrine#politicslaw
law-and-politics2 years ago

"Supreme Court's Potential Shift: Weakening Federal Agency Power"

Conservative justices on the Supreme Court are considering weakening the power of federal agencies by potentially eliminating the Chevron doctrine, which requires judges to defer to agencies' interpretations of ambiguous laws. This could give courts more authority to strike down regulations across various policy areas, reducing the executive branch's power and making it harder for presidents to defend their regulatory agendas. The court's ruling could have significant implications for healthcare, the environment, immigration, and more.

via POLITICO|
#chevron-doctrine#conservative-justices#federal-agencies
legal-environmental2 years ago

"Supreme Court Case Threatens Federal Rulemaking Power"

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case brought by herring fishermen that could potentially undermine the power of federal agencies to create regulations. The case challenges the Chevron doctrine, a system that governs how judges review federal regulations, and has implications beyond the fishing industry, attracting support from conservative groups. The Biden administration is defending the fishing regulation and the Chevron doctrine, while opponents argue that the real agenda is to weaken the federal government's ability to regulate big industries. A decision is expected this summer.

via NPR|
#chevron-doctrine#environmental-regulation#federal-agencies
politicslaw2 years ago

"Supreme Court's Impact on Federal Agencies and Regulation"

Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, son of former EPA chief Anne Gorsuch, has displayed a strong anti-regulatory stance, voting against regulations for the environment, student-debt forgiveness, and Covid-19 precautions. He has led calls to reverse the 1984 Chevron doctrine, which gives federal agencies considerable regulatory latitude. The upcoming Supreme Court cases will test the fate of this doctrine, which has been a touchstone for resolving conflicts over agency power. The outcome could significantly impact the balance of power between federal agencies and the courts.

via CNN|
#chevron-doctrine#federal-agencies#neil-gorsuch
law2 years ago

Supreme Court to Reevaluate Government Power and Judicial Deference in Key Cases.

The US Supreme Court will hear a case that could potentially limit the authority of federal agencies, including environmental regulations. The case involves the Chevron Doctrine, which grants agencies deference when Congress left ambiguity in a statute. The Herring fishing company Loper Bright Enterprises is appealing a ruling that left in place a National Marine Fisheries Service regulation based on the doctrine. The regulation requires herring fishing boats to allow a federal observer aboard to oversee operations and compensate them for their time. The company argues the regulation significantly decreases their profit margin, and the agency had no authorization to impose it.

via The Hill|
#administrative-law#chevron-doctrine#environmental-regulations