Justice Department Investigates Fed's Lisa Cook Amid Political Tensions
TL;DR
The head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, William Pulte, has made an unusual and controversial criminal referral accusing Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook of mortgage fraud, prompting a formal investigation and political disputes, with experts questioning the legitimacy and motives behind the referral.
- The ‘bizarre’ referral of the US housing finance agency chief to oust Lisa Cook The Guardian
- Exclusive: Bill Pulte accused Fed Governor Lisa Cook of fraud. His relatives filed housing claims similar to hers Reuters
- Exclusive | DOJ Opens Criminal Investigation Into Fed’s Cook, Issues Subpoenas The Wall Street Journal
- Trump Live Updates: Lisa Cook Investigation, Fed Board Hearing and More The New York Times
- Justice Department issues subpoenas targeting Fed governor Trump is trying to oust The Washington Post
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