January 26th, 2013  Ruling on Obama’s recess appointments  This
is about as complicated and legalistic as it gets. But it’s a
rather startling decision.  The Senate has increased its use of
the filibuster (which ordinarily is not technically a filibuster
any more; see this) in order to block appointments. And so
presidents have increasingly made recess appointments in order
to work around that, and it’s reached even greater proportions
with Obama. This ruling would make it harder to do so.  But
whether it will ultimately be upheld is anybody’s guess. For an
interesting back-and-forth discussion, please read the comments
at the linked post, too.  9 Responses to “Ruling on Obama’s
recess appointments”    1. I R A Darth Aggie Says:      It’ll be
upheld for the simple reason of separation of powers. The
President can not simply “deem” the Senate is in recess when
they deem themselves to be in session.      We don’t yet have an
official Imperial Presidency, but that’s what the current
occupant wants. What’s next,