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What is the Administrative Procedure Act, the law that courts may use to try to slow Trump down?


Published on 2025-02-12 16:00:58 - MSN
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  • What is the Administrative Procedure Act, the law that courts may use to try to slow Trump down? - Longstanding administrative law stops government action that's 'arbitrary and capricious'

The article from MSN discusses the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), a significant piece of U.S. legislation passed in 1946 that governs how federal agencies make and enforce rules. It outlines the procedures for rulemaking, adjudication, and judicial review of agency actions. The APA is particularly relevant in the context of former President Donald Trump's potential return to office, as it could be used by courts to scrutinize and possibly slow down his administration's policy implementations. The law requires agencies to engage in a notice-and-comment process for new regulations, ensuring transparency and public participation. This could serve as a legal tool for opponents to challenge Trump's policies, especially if they are seen as abrupt or lacking in due process. The APA's framework allows for judicial oversight, which might delay or alter the execution of executive actions, thereby acting as a check on presidential power.

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