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What constitutional authority did President Trump invoke in his August 25, 2025 letter notifying Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook of her removal?

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In his termination letter dated August 25, 2025, President Trump stated he was acting “Pursuant to my authority under Article II of the Constitution of the United States” alongside citing the Federal...

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