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Elgin v. Dep’t of the Treasury

Docket No.11-45
Op. Below1st Cir.
ArgumentFeb 27, 2012

Holding

The Civil Service Reform Act provides the exclusive avenue to judicial review when a qualifying federal employee challenges an adverse employment action by arguing that a federal statute is unconstitutional.

Judgment

Affirmed, 6-3, in an opinion by Clarence Thomas on Jun 11, 2012. Justice Alito filed a dissenting opinion, which was joined by Justices Ginsburg and Kagan.

Merits Briefs for the Petitioner

Amicus Briefs in Support of the Petitioners

Merits Briefs for the Respondents

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