Supreme Court Signals Likely Support for Lisa Cook in Federal Reserve Removal Dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on President Trump's attempt to fire Lisa Cook. Justices noted the move violated due process and could hurt independence.
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, over the attempt by donald trump to fire lisa cook from the Federal Reserve. Based on questioning from the justices during the two-hour hearing, a ruling in favor of lisa cook appears likely to preserve the independence of the central bank in the 
US. The case serves as a major constitutional test regarding the executive branch's authority to remove independent agency officials without due process.
US. The case serves as a major constitutional test regarding the executive branch's authority to remove independent agency officials without due process.
