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Supreme Court says Fed’s Cook can keep her job for now, but it upholds other Trump firings
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk Mark Sherman, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this development are available from KPRC 2 Houston, including the implications of the Supreme Court's decision on presidential power and federal agencies.
A recent Supreme Court decision has expanded presidential power, allowing President Donald Trump to fire heads of independent federal agencies. However, there is an exception for the Federal Reserve. The court's ruling permits Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to remain in her position for the time being.
She is currently fighting a Republican effort. Further details on this development are available from KPRC 2 Houston, including the implications of the Supreme Court's decision on presidential power and federal agencies.
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Category: local Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) Reading time: 1 min
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