Hundreds of economists say Trump adminstration’s move to fire Cook “threatens the fundamental principle of central bank independence and undermines trust in one of America’s…
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Court punts on Trump’s move to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook
By The Citizen on August 29, 2025
A judge gave attorneys for the Fed governor until Sept. 2 to bolster their argument that she should keep her job, as Bill Pulte leveled…
Trump says he has ousted Fed governor, defying precedent
By The Citizen on August 26, 2025
Trump has attempted to remove Lisa Cook from the rate-setting board over allegations made by the head of FHFA. Cook has denied wrongdoing and said…
In split vote, Fed policymakers snub Trump, leave rates unchanged
By The Citizen on July 30, 2025
With job market stable and economy chugging along, futures market investors now think the odds of a September rate cut are less than even. Source:…
Tool Kit: How to tame AI before it eats your business
By The Citizen on July 29, 2025
Artificial intelligence has the potential to separate agents who are willing to use and adapt to the technology from the rest, Rachael Hite writes, while…
Elizabeth Warren calls Pulte out for social media attacks on Powell
By The Citizen on July 21, 2025
In July alone, 114 posts raise “significant questions about your judgment and commitment to operating FHFA in a responsible, competent, and lawful manner,” Senator scolds…
Trump’s interest sends shares in Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac soaring
By The Citizen on May 22, 2025
President says he’s giving “very serious consideration” to bringing companies public, and investors are hoping that whatever plan emerges will generate a windfall for them. …
Pressure on mortgage rates eases as Trump pauses higher tariffs
By The Citizen on April 9, 2025
Stocks rebounded and pressure on interest rates eased after Trump announces 90-day pause on country-specific “reciprocal tariffs” with the exception of 125 percent duties on…