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President Donald Trump and his allies are intensifying efforts to reshape the Federal Reserve by targeting members of the Board of Governors, including Lisa Cook and former Chair Jerome Powell, following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked an attempt to remove Cook. The administration is also seeking to influence the central bank through a vacancy at the Atlanta Fed.

The Supreme Court declined to halt an $800-a-day fine against former Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge for refusing to reveal her source in a lawsuit involving scientist Yanping Chen. The Court also ruled that President Donald Trump cannot fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook while her challenge to her removal is ongoing, but he may attempt to fire her again under new circumstances.

President Trump has criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, calling the central bank’s board 'hostile' and accusing it of 'doing the wrong thing.' Trump’s past conflicts with the Fed, including threats against former officials and a Supreme Court case involving Governor Lisa Cook, highlight tensions over the institution’s independence and monetary policy decisions.

Trump criticizes the Federal Reserve as 'hostile' and states that Warsh 'has to do what he has to do' regarding interest rates. He also plans to remove Fed governor Lisa Cook from the central bank's board.

The Supreme Court released two rulings—Trump v. Slaughter and Trump v. Cook—simultaneously to avoid uncertainty about the Federal Reserve’s independence, as the cases addressed limits on President Trump’s influence over federal agencies and the central bank. The Court expanded presidential authority over regulatory boards but protected the Fed’s independence, with Chief Justice Roberts emphasizing the need to avoid public doubt about the institution’s stability.

The Supreme Court struck down an executive order ending birthright citizenship for children of noncitizens, with a vote closer than expected (6-3 or 5-4). The decision highlighted Justice Brett Kavanaugh's unexpected alignment with liberal justices on the issue, despite his conservative leanings in other aspects of the case.

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, requiring the Trump administration to undertake additional efforts to remove her from the central bank. A final resolution may take months or years.

The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order that sought to limit citizenship for children born to undocumented or temporary residents. The decision relied on the 14th Amendment and federal laws, marking another legal defeat for Trump. The Court also ruled on Trump’s dismissal of independent agency heads, with exceptions like Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook.

A new AP-NORC poll reveals divisions in American flag display by political affiliation, age, and race, with Republicans and older, white adults more likely to fly the flag compared to younger Democrats and Black adults. The Supreme Court is set to rule on President Donald Trump's birthright citizenship order and a case regarding the Federal Reserve's independence.

The Supreme Court will rule on the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s order challenging birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants. The decision is part of a term where the court has largely supported Trump’s claims of presidential power, including upholding his authority to fire federal agency heads. Most countries outside the Americas use jus sanguinis for citizenship, while the U.S. follows English common law’s jus soli.

The Supreme Court is set to rule on President Donald Trump’s challenge to birthright citizenship, which claims children born to parents in the U.S. illegally or temporarily are not American citizens. The decision comes amid a term that has largely favored Trump, including a recent ruling allowing him to fire most federal agency heads at will. The Court will also address cases on transgender athletes and campaign finance.

The Supreme Court is set to rule on President Donald Trump’s challenge to birthright citizenship, determining whether children born to parents in the U.S. illegally or temporarily are American citizens. The decision concludes a term where the court largely favored Trump, including upholding his authority to fire federal agency heads except for Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook. Legal debates contrast U.S. jus soli (citizenship by birthplace) with global practices like jus sanguinis (citizenship by parentage).

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump could remove Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but could not fire Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook. The decision overturned part of a 1935 precedent, expanding presidential authority over agency panels while preserving removal protections for some independent bodies. The ruling split the court along ideological lines, with Chief Justice John Roberts writing the majority opinion and Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, and Jackson dissenting.

The Supreme Court expanded President Trump's control over federal agencies, including immigration and the Federal Trade Commission, but limited his authority over the Federal Reserve and tariffs. These rulings increased regulatory uncertainty for businesses while preserving some market stability.

The Supreme Court's decision in Trump v Slaughter weakened congressional authority by allowing the president to fire heads of independent agencies at will, except for the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors. The ruling overturned a 91-year-old precedent and nullified a 112-year-old law, while protecting Lisa Cook, a Biden appointee to the Federal Reserve who was fired by Trump via social media.

The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that President Trump cannot fire Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve Board of Governors member. The decision was discussed by Cook's lead counsel, Abbe Lowell, with Geoff Bennett.

The US Supreme Court granted Donald Trump the authority to dismiss top officials across the administration, with the exception of the Federal Reserve. Lisa Cook, a US Federal Reserve governor, was targeted for removal from her position in September 2025.

The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that President Trump cannot fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook without due process, while a separate 6-3 decision granted him authority to remove leaders of other independent agencies. The rulings created a 'Federal Reserve exception' to presidential power, allowing Trump to reshape regulatory bodies like the Federal Trade Commission.

The Supreme Court issued two rulings on presidential authority over federal agencies: a 5-4 decision preventing President Trump from removing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook without notice, and a 6-3 decision granting him power to remove leaders of other independent agencies, overturning a 1935 precedent. Trump celebrated the latter ruling, stating it expanded presidential power.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump could remove Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but could not dismiss Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook. The decision overturned a 1935 precedent limiting presidential authority over agency panels, with the majority asserting the FTC must be controlled by the executive branch. Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, and Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented, emphasizing the importance of agency independence.

The Supreme Court blocked President Trump’s firing of Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook in a 5-4 vote, allowing her to remain in her position while her legal challenge continues.

The Supreme Court allowed President Donald Trump to attempt firing Federal Reserve officials but blocked his removal of Fed Governor Lisa Cook, citing due process violations. The Court did not define the grounds for future Fed firings, leaving the issue unresolved. Trump has vowed to try again, and experts suggest the ruling does not fully protect Federal Reserve independence.

Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, renewed allegations of mortgage fraud against Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked President Trump from immediately firing her for cause. Pulte stated he believes Cook will be indicted for mortgage fraud.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump could remove Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but could not fire Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook. The decision overturned a 1935 precedent, asserting that agencies exercising executive power must be controlled by the president, while dissenting justices emphasized the importance of agency independence.

The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that the president cannot fire Federal Reserve governors without clear cause, affirming the Fed's independence from political interference. The decision protects the Fed's structure but leaves Lisa Cook, a Fed governor targeted by President Trump for removal, vulnerable to further attempts. The ruling contrasts with the court's elimination of similar protections for other agencies.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump could remove Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but could not dismiss Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook. The decision overturned the 1935 Humphrey’s Executor v. United States ruling, asserting that agencies exercising executive power must be controlled by the president.

The U.S. Supreme Court allowed President Trump to remove Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but blocked his attempt to fire Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook. The 6-3 decision overturned a 1935 precedent, expanding presidential authority over agency panels but affirming limits on removing Federal Reserve members.

Some U.S. Supreme Court justices dissented against a ruling that blocked Donald Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The article references Lisa Cook in 2025.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump could remove Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but not Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook. The decision overturned a 1935 precedent limiting presidential removal power over agency appointees, with Chief Justice John Roberts arguing the Federal Trade Commission exercises executive power requiring presidential control. Three liberal justices dissented, warning the ruling undermines agency independence.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump could fire Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but could not remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board. The decision overturned a 1935 precedent, expanding presidential authority over agency panels while preserving limits on removing Federal Reserve members. The ruling split along ideological lines, with the majority emphasizing executive control over agencies exercising executive power and dissenters warning of reduced independence for regulatory bodies.

The US Supreme Court reversed a 1935 precedent limiting presidential authority to remove independent agency heads, expanding executive power. It simultaneously prevented Trump from dismissing Fed Governor Lisa Cook, safeguarding the Federal Reserve's independence.

The US Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook in a 5-4 ruling, preserving the central bank’s independence. The decision marked the first time a president sought to remove a Fed official since the bank’s creation in 1913.

The US Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook in a 5-4 ruling, preserving the central bank's independence. Trump has tested presidential power limits in other ways during his second term.

The Supreme Court ruled that Federal Reserve member Lisa Cook can retain her position, rejected Trump's challenge to mail-in ballot rules, and declined to review his case involving E. Jean Carroll. RNC Chairman Joe Gruters supported Trump's election bill following the court's decision on mail-in ballots. The court also dismissed Alan Dershowitz's attempt to alter libel law standards.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump could remove Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter but could not dismiss Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook. The decision overturned a 1935 precedent limiting presidential removal power, expanding executive authority over agency panels. Justices split along ideological lines, with the majority asserting the FTC must be controlled by the president due to its exercise of executive power.

The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a 91-year-old precedent that limited presidential authority to remove members of independent agencies, ruling in a 6-3 decision that President Trump's 2025 firing of Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter without cause was lawful. The ruling, which weakened the 1935 Humphrey's Executor case, expanded presidential control over agencies like the FTC, which were previously considered checks on executive power.

President Trump has renewed his threat to fire Lisa D. Cook. This follows a court loss, as indicated in the title.

The Supreme Court ruled that Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook can remain in her position for now, rejecting President Donald Trump's attempt to fire her. The court also allowed states to count late-arriving mailed ballots and declined to reconsider a $5 million jury verdict against Trump in a sexual abuse case. Separately, Trump announced plans to continue challenging the verdict and seek to remove Cook despite the ruling.

The Supreme Court allowed Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to remain in her position while challenging President Donald Trump's attempt to fire her but upheld his removal of heads of other independent federal agencies. The ruling expanded presidential power by overturning a 91-year-old decision that limited removal authority for agency board members, with six conservative justices in the majority and Justice Sonia Sotomayor dissenting.

The Supreme Court ruled that presidents can fire heads of independent federal agencies without cause, except for the Federal Reserve, allowing President Donald Trump to remove Rebecca Slaughter from the Federal Trade Commission but blocking his attempt to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook. The 6-3 decision, led by Chief Justice John Roberts, overturned a 91-year-old precedent to expand executive power, with dissenting Justice Sonia Sotomayor warning of potential risks.