Group 1 - The core issue revolves around Trump's attempt to control the Federal Reserve by dismissing board member Lisa Cook, citing constitutional grounds and the Federal Reserve Act [1][2][26] - Cook, appointed by President Biden in 2022, is the first African American to hold the position and was set to serve until 2038 [6][8] - The Federal Reserve Board consists of seven members, with the President nominating them and Congress approving, making it a unique entity within the government [9][10][11] Group 2 - Trump's dismissal of Cook is based on allegations of mortgage fraud related to her personal financial dealings, which he argues falls under the "for cause" provision of the Federal Reserve Act [24][26][30] - Legal experts suggest that Cook's alleged actions occurred in 2021 and are unrelated to her duties as a Federal Reserve member, complicating Trump's justification for her dismissal [31][33] - If Trump proceeds with the dismissal, Cook could potentially seek a preliminary injunction to prevent her removal, leading to a lengthy legal battle [34][36] Group 3 - Even if Trump successfully removes Cook, it does not guarantee complete control over the Federal Reserve, as the decision-making body includes the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) with 12 voting members [40][46] - The FOMC's composition includes seven board members and five Federal Reserve Bank presidents, indicating that Trump's influence would still be limited [41][42][46] - Historical context shows that previous attempts to control the Federal Reserve have faced significant challenges, suggesting that Trump's ambitions may be difficult to realize within his current term [49]
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Jin Shi Shu Ju·2025-08-28 14:05