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US Politics

The Supreme Court Battle Over Fed Independence: A Threat to American Democracy

The Supreme Court will hear President Trump's case regarding his firing of Federal Reserve Board governor Lisa Cook in January, potentially determining the limits of presidential power over independent institutions. This dangerous assault on institutional independence threatens the very foundations of our democracy and the rule of law.

US Politics

The Million-Dollar Price Tag of Intimidation: Defending the Fed from Political Assault

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has incurred over $1.3 million in legal and security bills following former President Donald Trump's attempt to fire her, expenses covered by nonprofit groups. This staggering sum reveals the profound human and institutional cost of political attacks that weaponize baseless accusations to undermine the independence of our most critical financial institutions.