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He highlighted that, in his perspective, the legal precedent supports the president’s authority to dismiss such appointees unless specific statutes or statutes' interpretations explicitly limit this power. Interestingly, Tim pointed out that courts tend to respect the process for political appointees, including adherence to their terms, yet that process is often influenced by administrative and political considerations.
Differences Between Executive and Independent Agency Employees
Tim clarified the legal distinctions between executive branch employees and those in independent agencies. While executive appointees serve at the president’s pleasure and can be dismissed without cause, career civil servants have protections rooted in civil service law, including certain due process rights.