President Trump established a committee to investigate Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook for allegedly making false statements. Cook's attorney, Abbe Lowell, has raised concerns about the fairness of this probe. Lowell specifically pointed to proposed committee member Kevin Hassett, who previously suggested Cook should take leave and that Trump had cause to fire her. Lowell argues Hassett's prior comments indicate he has already prejudged Cook's case, compromising the committee's objectivity. The White House proposed an in-person hearing for Cook on November 5th. Lowell stated that such a hearing, with potentially biased members and unspecified allegations, would not uphold the Fed's independence. Cook will not be able to attend the November hearing due to prior international travel commitments for financial meetings. The Supreme Court previously blocked Trump's attempt to fire Cook, ruling she was entitled to notice and an opportunity to respond. The White House maintains the investigation follows constitutional requirements for Fed governor conduct. They assert the process offers Cook a fair and open hearing with legal representation and advance evidence review. Cook was appointed to the Federal Reserve board by President Biden and confirmed by the Senate.