Fed Governor Fired, Trump Expands National Guard, Abrego Garcia Back in Custody
Summary
NPR's Up First reports on President Trump's latest actions, including his move to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amidst allegations and concerns about the Fed's independence. The episode also details Trump's crackdown on crime in Washington, D.C., focusing on his push to eliminate cashless bail and expand the National Guard's involvement in policing, which faces local and legal opposition. Finally, it provides an update on the contentious deportation case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who is back in custody as a judge intervenes to prevent his removal to Uganda.Episode description
President Trump has moved to fire a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve. The President has also taken action to eliminate cashless bail and expand the role of the National Guard as part of his crackdown on crime in Washington, DC. And, Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been taken into custody and faces deportation to Uganda.
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