Summary

Trump tried to fire Federal Election Commission (FEC) Chair Ellen Weintraub, but she is refusing to leave, arguing the move is legally invalid.

Weintraub, a Democrat and frequent Trump critic, has served since 2002 and can remain until a replacement is confirmed.

Six commissioners run the FEC, with no more than three from a single party allowed to serve at one time.

Democrats condemned the action, calling it an attack on the FEC, which is currently reviewing complaints against Trump.

The commission, often deadlocked, oversees federal election compliance.

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    5 hours ago

    “Thank you Mr. Trump but as of today, your term as President is terminated.”

    Okay. I fired Trump. I’m just a rando from Canada, but all Trump has to do now is leave for it to work.