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Related: About this forumTrump's Own Supreme Court Justices Turned on Him -- and It Was Brutal - Decoding The Rhetoric
Donald Trump just suffered one of the most humiliating legal defeats of his presidency.
In a stunning Supreme Court hearing, all nine justices, including the three Trump personally appointed, openly rejected his attempt to fire a Federal Reserve governor and seize control of interest rates. Brett Kavanaugh delivered the most devastating warning, telling Trump that what goes around comes around if presidents are allowed to weaponize independent institutions.
This case is about far more than one official. It is about whether a president can turn the Federal Reserve into a political tool, manipulate the economy before elections, and punish anyone who refuses to comply.
Even conservative justices expressed alarm. The Chief Justice questioned Trumps evidence. Amy Coney Barrett pressed his lawyers on their lack of process. Neil Gorsuch openly mocked the idea that youre fired was sufficient legal justification.
And sitting in the courtroom was Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, watching a case that could determine whether he is next.
This wasnt partisan. It was institutional self-defense.
Watch the full breakdown of what happened inside the Supreme Court, why Trumps own justices rejected him, and what this means for the future of the Federal Reserve and presidential power. - 01/22/2026.
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Rhiannon12866
Jan 22
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