Ex-Fed and Treasury Chiefs Urge Court to Block Trump’s Attempt to Fire Fed Official

Top economic policymakers warn that firing Fed Governor would threaten central bank independence.

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Ex-Fed and Treasury Chiefs Urge Court to Block Trump’s Attempt to Fire Fed Official

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Top economic policymakers warn that firing Fed Governor would threaten central bank independence.
Eighteen former U.S. economic officials—including past Fed chairs and Treasury secretaries—filed a brief in the Supreme Court urging it to block Trump’s move to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. They argue doing so would undermine central bank independence and damage public confidence. Lower courts have already paused her dismissal while litigation continues.
Source:Reuters·bystruti
Sep 25, 2025 • 19:29
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