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Trump Demands Resignation of Fed Governor Over Fraud Claims

8/22/2025

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Trump Calls for Resignation

Donald Trump called for the resignation of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage fraud allegations made by William Pulte.
Pulte's letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi accuses Cook of falsifying documents for favorable loan terms.
Cook, appointed by President Biden, is the first Black woman on the Federal Reserve board, serving until 2038.
The Federal Reserve and Justice Department have not responded to the allegations.

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Trump Demands Peters' Release

Donald Trump demanded the release of Tina Peters, a convicted felon serving nine years for election-related crimes, threatening consequences for Colorado.
Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold criticized Trump, calling him and Peters "election-denying criminals."
Trump's call for Peters' release aligns with his strategy to impact the 2026 midterms, including efforts to end mail-in voting.

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Trump Calls for Resignation

Donald Trump called for the resignation of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage fraud allegations made by William Pulte.
Pulte's letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi accuses Cook of falsifying documents for favorable loan terms.
Cook, appointed by President Biden, is the first Black woman on the Federal Reserve board, serving until 2038.
The Federal Reserve and Justice Department have not responded to the allegations.

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