Core Viewpoint - The actions of Trump to attempt to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Cook may mark a turning point, leading to a gradual "Trumpification" of the Federal Reserve by 2026 [1] Summary by Relevant Categories Federal Reserve Independence - If Cook is forced to leave, the independence of the Federal Reserve may be compromised, potentially resulting in a steeper yield curve, increased inflation compensation, and higher inflation risk premiums [1] Policy Implications - The current baseline scenario suggests that while there may not be drastic changes in policy and practice, there could be significant breaks from past practices and fundamentally different response functions [1]