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Supreme Court Protects Fed Governor Cook Amid Trump's Claims

10/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily blocked Trump's bid to fire Lisa Cook, keeping her through January 2026.
Trump alleges mortgage fraud before appointment; Cook denies, calling the charges politically motivated.
The ruling underscores Fed independence, noting no president has removed a sitting governor in 112 years.
Cook, appointed by President Joe Biden, is the Fed board's first Black woman and will continue.

History

Historical Context

The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 established the Federal Reserve System, ensuring its independence from political influence. The recent Supreme Court ruling reinforces this principle, as no president has removed a sitting governor in over a century. Lisa Cook's appointment in 2022 as the first Black woman on the Fed board marks a significant step toward diversity in leadership, potentially influencing future monetary policy.

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Story summary

The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily blocked Trump's bid to fire Lisa Cook, keeping her through January 2026.
Trump alleges mortgage fraud before appointment; Cook denies, calling the charges politically motivated.
The ruling underscores Fed independence, noting no president has removed a sitting governor in 112 years.
Cook, appointed by President Joe Biden, is the Fed board's first Black woman and will continue.

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