Trump Revives Effort to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook
Donald Trump has restarted his attempt to remove sitting Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, reigniting a debate over the independence of the central bank. This move marks a renewed challenge to her position.
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Trump Restarts Battle to Fire Sitting Fed Governor Lisa Cook
The Trump administration, rebuffed by the Supreme Court in its first attempt to fire Lisa D. Cook, sent the Federal Reserve governor a letter saying it was “considering” removing her from the job.
By Colby Smith and Maggie Haberman
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President Donald Trump has revived his threat to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over unproven allegations of mortgage fraud, according to a letter seen by Bloomberg, a move that could renew a legal fight over the central bank’s independence.
By Josh Wingrove and Enda Curran
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Attempt comes after Supreme Court ruled in June that policymaker could remain in her position while case is resolved
Read full article →Trump revives effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook
Trump aide Dan Scavino told Cook there is "sufficient reason to believe that you made false statements on one or more mortgage agreements."
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