Lisa Cook
Mentioned in 22 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Federal Reserve Board Governor appointed by President Biden and the first Black woman to serve in this role. She became the subject of significant legal and political scrutiny when President Trump sought her removal based on mortgage fraud allegations, leading to the Supreme Court case Trump v. Cook, which raised questions about presidential firing powers and central bank independence. Podcast coverage focused on the constitutional implications of her potential removal and the allegations against her.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Journal. · May 14, 2026
Jerome Powell’s Last Stand at the Fed
“Biden-appointed governor; Trump administration attempted to fire her using unproven mortgage fraud allegations”
The Indicator from Planet Money · May 14, 2026
How Trump's central bank beef could hurt the economy
“Accused of mortgage fraud and fired by Trump; case went to Supreme Court regarding presidential authority”
HousingWire Daily · Apr 27, 2026
What a potential Fed leadership change could mean for mortgage rates
“Mentioned as Fed governor whose status remains uncertain amid leadership changes”
Bloomberg Law · Apr 26, 2026
Weekend Law: Powell Probe Dropped, SCOTUS & Religion in Schools
“Subject of Trump's attempted removal over unproven mortgage fraud allegations; case pending at Supreme Court”
HousingWire Daily · Apr 23, 2026
Will Kevin Warsh be better for housing?
“Identified as big AI disinflation advocate on Fed; expected to remain and potentially align with Warsh on policy”
Halftime Report · Apr 21, 2026
The Committee Reacts to Kevin Warsh's Testimony 4/21/26
“Subject of firing attempt by Trump administration; courts ruled in her favor; Warsh questioned on defending her”
Marketplace All-in-One · Apr 11, 2026
"Marketplace" Live
“Subject of Supreme Court hearing; Trump administration attempting to remove her from position”
Marketplace · Apr 11, 2026
"Marketplace" Live
“Fed governor whose position is subject to legal challenge in Supreme Court hearing”
Economist Podcasts · Feb 23, 2026
When the levy brakes: Trump’s tariffs struck down
“Federal Reserve Board governor whose potential firing could test central bank independence”
Optimist Economy · Feb 17, 2026
What The Actual Fed.
“Federal Reserve Board Governor appointed by Biden; accused of mortgage fraud by Bill Pulte; case before Supreme Court”
The MeidasTouch Podcast · Feb 11, 2026
Raskin Excoriates Bondi to Her Face in Opening Statement
“Federal Reserve Board member targeted by Trump DOJ prosecutions”
The Al Franken Podcast · Feb 8, 2026
Dahlia Lithwick on Defending Our Constitution
“Federal Reserve Board member Trump wants removed; Supreme Court appears to protect Fed independence”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Feb 2, 2026
Trump’s efforts to control the Fed may jeopardize new chair’s confirmation
“Federal Reserve Board of Governors member targeted by Trump for replacement with more friendly appointees.”
Strict Scrutiny · Jan 26, 2026
S7: Will the Court Actually Push Back Against Trump’s Unlawful Firings?
“First Black woman Federal Reserve governor whose removal by Trump is challenged in Trump v. Cook Supreme Court case”
Up First from NPR · Jan 22, 2026
Greenland Emergency Summit, New World Order, SCOTUS Justices Hear Fed Case
“Subject of Supreme Court case on whether Trump can fire her; accused of mortgage application misstatements”
The Oath and The Office · Jan 22, 2026
DOJ vs. Trump: The Indictment That Never Came (with Glenn Kirschner)
“First Black woman Federal Reserve Governor targeted by Trump administration for removal via mortgage fraud allegations”
Supreme Court Oral Arguments · Jan 21, 2026
[25A312] Trump v. Cook
“Federal Reserve Governor whose removal by President Trump is the subject of the case; allegedly made conflicting mortgage representations”
U.S. Supreme Court Oral Arguments · Jan 21, 2026
Trump v. Cook
“Federal Reserve Governor whose removal by President Trump is the subject of the case; alleged mortgage application misconduct”
Up First from NPR · Jan 21, 2026
Trump's Speech In Davos, DOJ Subpoenas For Minnesota, SCOTUS Federal Reserve Case
“Trump administration seeking to fire her for alleged mortgage fraud; case before Supreme Court today”
The Journal. · Jan 13, 2026
Why is the Fed Chair Facing a Criminal Investigation?
“Fed Governor facing separate criminal investigation for alleged mortgage fraud after Trump announced firing her in August”
Strict Scrutiny · Jan 12, 2026
S7: Debunking Trump’s Bullsh*t Legal Arguments for Invading Venezuela
“First Black woman Federal Reserve Governor targeted for removal by Trump administration on disputed grounds”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jan 7, 2026
Supreme Court poised to rule on tariffs, birthright citizenship and more
“Subject of Trump's removal attempt; denies mortgage fraud allegations and has not been charged with wrongdoing.”