Lisa Cook lawyer doubts Trump committee's fairness as president calls her 'automatic no vote'
White House spokesman Matthew Middleton said in response to Cook's lawyer that Trump "is performing his constitutional duty."
TL;DR
- Lisa Cook's attorney, Abbe Lowell, doubts the fairness of a committee investigating mortgage fraud allegations against her.
- Lowell cited "demonstrably biased members" and "unspecified additional allegations" as issues undermining the committee's appearance of independence.
- Cook's attorney insists a hearing cannot occur until at least December due to scheduling conflicts and the need to address procedural concerns.
- President Trump has publicly criticized Cook, calling her "dishonest" and an "automatic no vote."
- The White House maintains that Trump is fulfilling his constitutional duty by evaluating Cook's conduct.
- An in-person hearing is currently scheduled for November 5, but Cook's attorney stated she will be in Europe for official duties.
- The committee includes top Trump economic aide Kevin Hassett, whom Lowell claims has already prejudged Cook's case.