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Trump Threatens Fed Governor Amid Mortgage Fraud Claims

8/25/2025

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President Trump threatened to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage fraud allegations by Bill Pulte.
Cook, appointed by Biden, refuses to resign and is collecting information to counter the claims.
Senator Elizabeth Warren asserts Trump lacks the legal authority to fire independent Fed members.
Cook's term extends until January 2038, and she supports current interest rates.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled possible monetary policy changes, contributing to a stock market rally.

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President Trump threatened to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage fraud allegations by Bill Pulte.
Cook, appointed by Biden, refuses to resign and is collecting information to counter the claims.
Senator Elizabeth Warren asserts Trump lacks the legal authority to fire independent Fed members.
Cook's term extends until January 2038, and she supports current interest rates.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled possible monetary policy changes, contributing to a stock market rally.