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Multistate Bar Examination Practice Question

President Martinez appoints Dr. Elena Torres as the director of a federal health agency. Six months into her tenure, President Martinez disagrees with Dr. Torres's approach to managing the agency's programs and seeks to replace her. Dr. Torres contends that the president cannot remove her without specific justification. Which of the following best represents the president's authority in this situation?

  • The president has the authority to remove executive branch officials without providing a specific reason.

  • The president can remove an official with evidence of misconduct or failure to perform duties.

  • The removal of an official requires approval from both houses of Congress.

  • Officials appointed for fixed terms by the president face restrictions on removal before their term ends.

Multistate Bar Examination
Constitutional Law
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