Unprecedented Legal Battle Over Fed Governor's Dismissal

The Trump administration's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has sparked an unprecedented legal battle, testing the Fed's independence. Cook, accused of pre-Fed mortgage fraud, denies wrongdoing. Courts have yet to determine the president's removal powers over Fed governors, potentially affecting global economic stability.

In an unprecedented move, the Trump administration has sought the U.S. Supreme Court's approval to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, sparking a significant legal battle over the central bank's independence.

The Justice Department requested the lifting of a block on Cook's removal imposed by U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb. Cook, accused by Trump of mortgage fraud prior to her appointment, has denied wrongdoing.

This case questions the extent of presidential authority over Fed governors, with potential global economic repercussions, as concerns mount around preserving the Fed's independence from political influence.

(With inputs from agencies.)