Tensions Rise as Fed's Lisa Cook Faces Political and Legal Challenges
Lisa Cook, the first Black woman on the Federal Reserve Board, faces political attacks from Trump, who has threatened her job amid broader discussions about race, diversity, and the challenges Black women face in economics. Cook, a trailblazer with a background in academia and government, has been targeted with accusations related to her property ownership, highlighting ongoing racial and gender biases in the field. Despite political pressures, she remains committed to her role and to promoting diversity in economics.