On the recordOctober 16, 1905
When misconduct is committed in the view and presence of the President or head of an executive department, removal may be made summarily and without notice.
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presidency.ucsb.eduWhen misconduct is committed in the view and presence of the President or head of an executive department, removal may be made summarily and without notice.
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