2 h. ago Supreme Court Hearing Reveals Unease Over Threats to Fed Independence

As the justices weighed the consequences of allowing President Trump to fire a Federal Reserve official, the president reprised his pressure campaign on the central bank.

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4 h. ago Supreme Court Seems Poised to Reject Trump’s Attempt to Immediately Fire a Fed Governor

During arguments, key justices appeared concerned that the president’s efforts to oust Lisa Cook could imperil the central bank’s independence.

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5 h. ago Supreme Court wary of Trump’s bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook

Supreme Court wary of Trump’s bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook  latimes.com

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5 h. ago Supreme Court appears ready to keep Lisa Cook on Federal Reserve board despite Trump efforts to fire her

Supreme Court appeared ready to deal Trump a major setback as justices showed strong support for keeping Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook in her position.

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6 h. ago Fired under Trump, former military officers launch Democratic bids for Congress

Two military officers forced out under Trump launch Democratic congressional bids. Bree Fram launched a House bid in Virginia and Nancy Lacore launched a House bid in South Carolina.

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7 h. ago SCOTUS sharply critical of Trump moves on Fed, likely to keep Cook on job for now

As President Trump mounts a campaign to control the Federal Reserve, the Supreme Court is considering his ability to remove a member of the Fed's governing board.

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7 h. ago Kavanaugh warns Trump case could 'shatter' Federal Reserve independence in Supreme Court hearing

Supreme Court weighs whether Trump has broad authority to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who Trump alleges committed mortgage fraud but hasn't been charged.

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8 h. ago Mexico Hands Over Cartel Operatives to U.S While Protecting Top Guy, 'El Mencho'

The government of Mexico sent 37 cartel operatives to the United States this week in yet another attempt to appease the Trump administration over American claims that authorities south of the border are not doing enough to stop cartels. Despite their "peace offerings," Mexican military and government officials continue protecting the country’s top cartel boss, Ruben Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera -- the leader of the terrorist organization Cartel Jalisco New Generation. The post Mexico Hands Over Cartel Operatives to U.S While Protecting Top Guy, ‘El Mencho’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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8 h. ago Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on Fed board despite Trump attempt to fire her

Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on Fed board despite Trump attempt to fire her  wtop.com

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8 h. ago Supreme Court appears wary of allowing Trump to fire Fed's Cook in closely watched case

The administration wants the authority to fire Lisa Cook, a Fed governor. Experts say that would undermine the independence of the central bank.

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8 h. ago Supreme Court appears wary of allowing Trump to fire Federal Reserve's Cook

The Trump administration wants the authority to fire Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve governor. Experts say that would undermine the independence of the central bank.

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8 h. ago Supreme Court doubtful of Trump claim he can fire Fed governors by fiat

The Trump administration wants the authority to fire Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve governor. Experts say that would undermine the independence of the central bank.

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10 h. ago Washington National Guard shortens Officer Candidate School timeline

Washington National Guard shortens Officer Candidate School timeline  Military Times

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10 h. ago Who is Lisa Cook? The Fed governor at the center of Trump’s Supreme Court fight

Lisa Cook, the first Black woman to serve as a Federal Reserve governor, is at the center of a Supreme Court fight over President Trump’s attempt to fire her.

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14 h. ago US Supreme Court considers Trump's bid to fire Fed's Lisa Cook

US Supreme Court considers Trump's bid to fire Fed's Lisa Cook  Reuters

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15 h. ago Supreme Court weighs Trump bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook

SCOTUS will review Trump's effort to fire Lisa Cook from the Fed's board of governors, a high-stakes court clash that could have major economic impacts.

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16 h. ago Supreme Court Considers Trump’s Attempt to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook

The justices deferred a decision on the president’s efforts to oust Cook, agreeing to hear arguments on Wednesday instead.

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17 h. ago US supreme court considers Trump’s bid to fire Lisa Cook from Fed board

US supreme court considers Trump’s bid to fire Lisa Cook from Fed board  The Guardian

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26 h. ago As Trump pressures Fed, Supreme Court weighs his bid to fire board governor Lisa Cook

As President Trump mounts a campaign to control the Federal Reserve, the Supreme Court is considering his ability to remove a member of the Fed's governing board.

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55 h. ago Powell Will Attend Supreme Court Hearing on Lisa Cook’s Lawsuit Against Trump

A lawsuit by the Fed governor Lisa D. Cook has challenged President Trump’s push to fire her.

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