Fed’s Lisa Cook denies committing mortgage fraud, says Trump has no grounds to remove her from office

Fed Governor Lisa Cook has firmly denied allegations of mortgage fraud, asserting that any error in listing her Atlanta apartment as a primary residence was accidental. Her lawyer clarified that this mistake did not constitute fraud. The claims against Cook have been dismissed as politically motivated by her supporters, who argue that they provide no legitimate grounds for President Trump to attempt her removal from office. This situation underscores the contentious political dynamics influencing federal appointments and the scrutiny faced by public officials.