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Trump's Pressure on Fed Sparks Legal and Economic Concerns

10/4/2025

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Trump administration increases political pressure on central banks, seeking greater policy influence and calls to curb Federal Reserve independence.
Trump's bid to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook marks a move; Cook denies wrongdoing and pursues legal action.
Experts warn of risks to a dollar-dominated system from euro competition and fragmentation; the European Investment Bank explores strategies amid trust concerns.

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Story summary

Trump administration increases political pressure on central banks, seeking greater policy influence and calls to curb Federal Reserve independence.
Trump's bid to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook marks a move; Cook denies wrongdoing and pursues legal action.
Experts warn of risks to a dollar-dominated system from euro competition and fragmentation; the European Investment Bank explores strategies amid trust concerns.