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MNN US · January 19, 2026 · 1 min read

Supreme Court to Hear Lisa Cook Firing Amid Federal Reserve Inquiry

What happened: The US Supreme Court will review Lisa Cook's challenge against her dismissal while the Justice Department investigates Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

Why it matters:

  • The case could influence the balance of power between the Federal Reserve and the executive branch.
  • It affects Lisa Cook's career and the oversight of central bank leadership.

MNN Take: This legal review occurs as federal authorities examine key figures in the Federal Reserve, highlighting tensions in financial and governmental oversight.

Sources: NYTimes US