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.
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Trump Restarts Battle to Fire Sitting Fed Governor Lisa Cook
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Jobs Report Poses New Test for Warsh and the Fed
The New York Times – Business:Friday’s jobs report comes as investors increasingly expect the Federal Reserve to begin raising interest rates as soon as next month.
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How the Supreme Court Ushered in Corporate Chaos in D.C.
The New York Times – Business:Though the high court affirmed the political independence of the Federal Reserve, it gave the presidency huge control over dozens of federal regulators.
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Trump Renews Threat to Fire Fed Governor in Wake of Court Loss
The New York Times – Business:The president promised to “take appropriate action immediately” against Lisa D. Cook, a Fed governor.
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Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair
The New York Times – Business:President Trump’s pick to replace Jerome H. Powell takes the helm at a highly uncertain moment for the economy and with heightened concern about the Federal Reserve’s ability to operate independently.
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How Powell Just Complicated Trump’s Fed Plans
The New York Times – Business:Traders now think the Federal Reserve will keep steady interest rates, or perhaps even increase them, amid succession intrigue at the central bank.