Trump Regains Authority After Appeals Court Ruling Allows Him to Fire Watchdog Agency Head

A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of President Donald Trump, allowing him to fire Hampton Dellinger, the head of the Office of Special Counsel, despite opposition from Democratic lawmakers and several civil rights groups. The ruling comes after a challenge was filed by Dellinger's allies who argued that his firing was unlawful. The decision marks a significant victory for Trump in his ongoing battle with the Office of Special Counsel, which has been investigating allegations of wrongdoing against him. The move is seen as a major blow to the agency's independence and oversight abilities.