Nearly 600 prominent economists have penned a letter voicing their support for Lisa Cook, challenging President Trump’s attempt to remove her from the Federal Reserve (Fed). Their statement asserts that maintaining the Fed’s independence is crucial for sound economic policy. The letter highlights the need for an unbiased institution like the Fed and cites historical precedents of its influence on the US economy. They specifically condemn Trump’s unsubstantiated allegations and express concern about his interference with the Fed’s integrity. The letter includes signatures from renowned economists such as Nobel laureates Joseph Stiglitz, Claudia Goldin, Alvin Roth, Paul Milgrom, and Paul Romer, along with former Fed members Christina Romer and Jared Bernstein, underscoring their shared commitment to a robust and independent central bank.