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Supreme Court Hearing Reveals Unease Over Threats to Fed Independence

January 22, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court expressed skepticism regarding President Trump's attempt to fire a Federal Reserve board member, indicating concerns over the independence of the central bank. During the hearing, justices considered the implications such a decision could have on the Fed's autonomy.

Supreme Court Hearing Reveals Unease Over Threats to Fed Independence

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Supreme Court hears case on President Trump's attempt to fire a Federal Reserve official.
Justices showed skepticism towards the president's authority in this context.
The case raises significant questions about the independence of the Federal Reserve.
Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook was present during the hearing.

Appointments and Executive Changes Trump, Donald J United States Politics and Government United States Economy Regulation and Deregulation of Industry Supreme Court (US)Banking and Financial Institutions Federal Reserve System Powell, Jerome H Cook, Lisa D Kavanaugh, Brett M Courts and the Judiciary Barrett, Amy Coney Jackson, Ketanji Brown (1970- )Sotomayor, Sonia

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Supreme Court Hearing Reveals Unease Over Threats to Fed Independence

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