Trump Administration's Hypocrisy Exposed
Donald Trump has been attempting to fire Lisa Cook, a renowned economist and member of the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, over claims of mortgage fraud.
However, it has been revealed that the alleged fraud was likely a clerical error, and Cook has not been charged with any crime.
the administration has doubled down, framing it as "potentially criminal" and termination-worthy
Ironically, Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) who raised the issue, has not even filed his own disclosure form with the SEC as required by his position as chairman of the board of Fannie Mae.
The administration's actions have been criticized as an attempt to target Trump opponents over minor paperwork issues while ignoring their own shortcomings.
Author's summary: Trump administration targets opponent over minor issue.
- Lisa Cook, a renowned economist, faces firing over alleged mortgage fraud
- Alleged fraud likely a clerical error, no charges filed
- Bill Pulte, who raised the issue, has not filed his own disclosure form