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Trump says he’s firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook, opening new front in fight for central bank control
Sep 10, 2025

Trump administration appeals ruling blocking him from firing Federal Reserve Gov. Cook

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump‘s administration on Wednesday appealed a ruling blocking him from firing Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook as he seeks more control over the traditionally independent board. The notice of appeal came hours after U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb handed down the ruling. The White House has insisted Trump, a Republican, has the right […]

Justice Department probes mortgage fraud claims against Lisa Cook of Federal Reserve, AP source says
Sep 4, 2025

Justice Department probes mortgage fraud claims against Lisa Cook of Federal Reserve, AP source says

The DOJ issued subpoenas in a mortgage fraud probe tied to Fed Governor Lisa Cook, who faces a Trump push to remove her from the board.

FILE - Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Lisa Cook, right, talks with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell before an open meeting of the Board of Governors at the Federal Reserve, June 25, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File)
Aug 20, 2025

Trump calls on Federal Reserve governor to resign after official accuses her of mortgage fraud

President Donald Trump urged Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to resign after a Trump administration official accused her of mortgage fraud, intensifying the administration’s push to reshape the central bank.

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