Lisa Cook Becomes First Fed Governor to Sue President Over Abuse of Power and Federal Autonomy.

Lisa Cook Becomes First Fed Governor to Sue President Over Abuse of Power and Federal Autonomy.

In the USA.

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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has made history by becoming the first sitting member of the Fed to sue a sitting President of the United States over alleged abuse of power.

On August 28, 2025, Cook filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia against President Donald Trump, challenging his attempt to remove her from the Federal Reserve Board.

The president had announced her termination, citing unproven allegations of mortgage fraud—claims Cook denies and says were politically motivated.

Cook’s legal team argues that her removal violates the Federal Reserve Act, which states that board members can only be dismissed

“for cause,” such as misconduct or neglect of duty. Cook has not been charged with any crime and maintains that she remains an active member of the Board.

Her lawsuit seeks to block the termination and reaffirm the Fed’s independence from political interference.

This unprecedented legal battle raises serious questions about executive authority and the autonomy of federal institutions.

Legal experts say the case could reach the Supreme Court and potentially reshape the boundaries of presidential power.

As the conflict unfolds, Cook’s stand is being hailed as a bold defense of institutional integrity and democratic checks and balances.

Yetunde B reports for Yeyetunde’s Blog.