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This battle is not just legal—it’s deeply political and philosophical. As the Court prepares to rule, the future of the presidency and the scope of administrative power hang in the balance. Critics warn that upholding Humphrey’s could entrench the deep state further, whereas overturning it might mark the beginning of a new era of presidential control—restoring the founders’ original design.
In essence, the case pits the democratic principle of accountability against the bureaucratic desire for independence, which has, for decades, tilted the scales away from voters. The decision on December 8th will define the scope of presidential power for generations to come.