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Tom Howell Jr.

Tom Howell Jr.

Tom Howell Jr. covers politics and the White House for The Washington Times. He can be reached at thowell@washingtontimes.com.

Articles by Tom Howell Jr.

Rudy Giuliani speaks to the media outside Manhattan federal court in New York, Jan. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, file)

Trump to award Medal of Freedom to Rudy Giuliani

President Trump plans to award former New York City Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom, a prestigious distinction for civilians who've contributed to America's prosperity, values or security. Published September 1, 2025

Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve member Lisa Cook, speaks during conversations with leaders from organizations that include nonprofits, small businesses, manufacturing, supply chain management, the hospitality industry, and the housing and education sectors at the Federal Reserve building, Sept. 23, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta) ** FILE **

Lisa Cook sues over Trump’s attempt to remove her from Fed

Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook filed a lawsuit Thursday claiming President Trump lacks the authority to remove her, setting up a major clash over presidential power and the independence of the central bank. Published August 28, 2025

Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve member Lisa Cook speaks during conversations with leaders from organizations that include nonprofits, small businesses, manufacturing, supply chain management, the hospitality industry, and the housing and education sectors at the Federal Reserve building, Sept. 23, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)

Trump says he is removing Lisa Cook from the Fed board

President Trump said Monday he is removing Lisa Cook from her position as a governor on the Federal Reserve board, saying there is "sufficient reason" to believe she made false statements on personal mortgage documents. Published August 25, 2025