Analysis | The Implications of a Trump Presidency at the Federal Reserve

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: WSJ

Updated: Aug 26 2025

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Source: WSJ

Trump's Action Against the Federal Reserve: President Trump has fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook in an attempt to exert control over the Federal Reserve.
Independence of the Central Bank at Risk: The move raises concerns about the independence of the central bank, which may be compromised as a result.
Legal Challenge from Cook: Lisa Cook plans to challenge her removal legally, potentially leading to a significant court case.
Avoiding Direct Conflict with Powell: Trump has refrained from firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell to avoid market instability and prolonged legal disputes.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.

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