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Supreme Court says Fed’s Cook can keep her job for now, but it upholds other Trump firings
By Mark Sherman, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 6 min read
The Supreme Court on Monday dramatically expanded presidential power, upholding President Donald Trump’s firings of the heads of independent federal agencies with one important exception: the Federal Reserve.The justices allowed Fed governor Lisa Cook to stay in her job while she fights the Repub...
Key takeaway The justices allowed Fed governor Lisa Cook to stay in her job while she fights the Republican president’s effort to fire her over allegations of mortgage fraud, which she has denied.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Trump's firings of independent federal agency heads has significant implications for the Houston area, where many residents work in industries regulated by these agencies. The ruling could lead to increased political influence over decision-making at agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission and the Consumer Product Safety Commission, which have a direct impact on local businesses and consumers. In Piney Point Village , where many residents commute to jobs in the energy and finance sectors, the Federal Reserve's independence is crucial for maintaining stable interest rates and economic growth. The fact that Fed governor Lisa Cook is allowed to stay in her job for now provides some reassurance that the nation's central bank will continue to make decisions based on economic data rather than political pressure. As the effects of this ruling unfold, Houston-area residents will be watching closely to see how it affects their daily lives and the local economy.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? The Supreme Court on Monday dramatically expanded presidential power, upholding President Donald Trump’s firings of the heads of independent federal agencies with one important exception: the Federal Reserve.The justices allowed Fed governor Lisa Cook to stay in her job while she fights the Repub...
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