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Trump v. Cook · ¶174

This case presents many thorny legal questions. What is the substance of the “for cause” removal standard as applied to Federal Reserve Governors? 12 U. S. C. §242. Do Governors have an implied right of action to enforce that removal protection? See Alexander v. Sandoval, 532 U. S. 275, 286–287 (2001). What degree of judicial review, if any, applies to the President’s determination that cause exists? See Reagan v. United States, 182 U. S. 419, 425 (1901). What showing of “irreparable injury,” if any, can entitle a removed executive officer to an interim reinstatement order? See Sampson v. Murray, 415 U. S. 61, 84, 92, n. 68 (1974). Does the President’s social-media post purporting to remove Governor Cook give her standing to seek an injunction against parties who never attempted to effectuate her removal? See Whole Woman’s Health v. Jackson, 595 U. S. 30, 48 (2021). May courts,…
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