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He noted that the case involving the FTC commissioner touches upon whether independent agencies can be treated like executive offices in terms of dismissal powers. The courts generally interpret these statutes differently, which can lead to cases where courts involve themselves more substantially in personnel matters within independent agencies.
The Role of Courts in Appointments and Removals
Tim then delved into the particular procedures surrounding U.S. attorneys, which differ from other political appointments. Unlike other Senate-confirmed positions, U.S. attorneys have unique rules: interim appointments are initially made by the Attorney General for up to 120 days, and if no confirmation occurs, the district court can appoint a successor.