Lawyers for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook have issued a statement expressing serious doubts about the legality of the hearing by an investigative committee appointed by President Donald Trump. The lawyers stated that given the President has repeatedly indicated his decision to dismiss Governor Cook regardless of the facts and evidence, they believe the hearing may not comply with legal requirements. The lawyers emphasized that if the hearing were objective, the conclusion would be that Cook did not commit mortgage fraud, and therefore there would be no reason to remove her from the Federal Reserve Board. The lawyers have contacted the White House to assess whether the process is genuine, and Governor Cook herself welcomes the opportunity to provide facts to clear her name.