William Fletcher
William Fletcher is a Senior Circuit Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, appointed by President Bill Clinton in 1998. He is known for his expertise in constitutional law and has authored significant opinions regarding civil rights and governmental authority. In a recent ruling, he articulated that President Trump's mass firing directives exceeded his constitutional powers, emphasizing the necessity of congressional approval for such reorganizations.
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US Circuit Judge William Fletcher, another Clinton appointee, said that the kind of reorganization contemplated by the order has long been subject to Congressional approval.
Supreme Court backs Trump’s effort to dramatically reshape federal government for now
United States· 2025-07-08
Judge William Fletcher, appointed by Democratic President Bill Clinton, stated that the executive order exceeded the president’s supervisory powers.
US court won't lift judge's block on Trump's government overhaul
Guyana· 2025-05-31
Senior Circuit Judge William Fletcher said, 'The kind of reorganization contemplated by the Order has long been subject to Congressional approval.'
Trump’s mass firings at several agencies will remain on hold, appeals court rulesUnited States· 2025-05-31