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Fed Governor Fights Trump's Bid for Dismissal

9/14/2025

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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is challenging the Trump administration's attempt to remove her, citing threats to the Fed's independence.
Her lawyers assert the administration lacks valid grounds for dismissal, stressing the need to protect the Fed's autonomy.
Trump alleges Cook committed mortgage fraud, which she denies.
A district court ruled she can only be removed for misconduct during her tenure.
The administration is appealing this ruling, which could affect interest rate decisions.

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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is challenging the Trump administration's attempt to remove her, citing threats to the Fed's independence.
Her lawyers assert the administration lacks valid grounds for dismissal, stressing the need to protect the Fed's autonomy.
Trump alleges Cook committed mortgage fraud, which she denies.
A district court ruled she can only be removed for misconduct during her tenure.
The administration is appealing this ruling, which could affect interest rate decisions.