Supreme Court Mulls Recess Appointments

David Hawkings: “One of the biggest congressional stories of the decade starts unfolding Monday — not at the Capitol, but across the street.”

“The Supreme Court will hear arguments in an epic balance of powers battle between the other two branches, one that’s been waiting to happen since George Washington’s time. During the hour, the justices may or may not signal clearly whether they’re going to permit the continued expansive use of the president’s recess appointment authority — or seriously limit its use for the first time.”

Wonk Wire: Supreme Court could nullify existing recess appointments.