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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 Pearland
The Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Trump's firings of independent federal agency heads, with the exception of the Federal Reserve, has significant implications for the Houston area. As a major economic hub, Houston is home to numerous businesses and industries that are regulated by these agencies, including the Federal Trade Commission and the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The ruling gives the president greater control over these agencies, which could lead to changes in regulatory policies that affect local businesses and consumers. In Pearland , where small businesses and entrepreneurs play a vital role in the community, the potential shift in regulatory power could have a direct impact on the local economy. Residents and business owners will be watching closely to see how the Trump administration exercises its newfound authority and how it will affect the city's economic landscape.
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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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