Planes, Trade and Nuclear Energy: Supreme Court Weighs Fate of Independent Regulators
The New York Times • 12/8/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The Supreme Court heard arguments regarding a case that could impact the independence of regulatory agencies such as the National Transportation Safety Board and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, according to The New York Times. The outcome may set significant precedents for how these agencies operate in the future.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
37 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 37 days - proven survivor
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