The Supreme Court Unanimously Gives Obama The Middle Finger According to reports, the Supreme Court made a unanimous decision to limit the presidents authority to fill high-level positions with temporary appointments. The decision marks the first time any ruling has been made regarding the Constitutions recess appointment clause. It was centered on Obamas 2012 appointments to the National Labor Relations Boarda decision he made without Senate confirmation. President Obama argued that the Senate was in an extended recess, and was only holding short sessions every few days. The court decided, however, that the Senate was not in a formal recess at the time. The ruling will have an impact on the White House in years to come, especially if Republicans gain control of the Senate. What do you think of the ruling? 