CNN 5 Things Fed governor’s case, TX congressional map signed, fugitive father sightings & more
Aug 29, 2025
Discover the ongoing tensions as President Trump pressures the Federal Reserve over key appointments. Explore the latest developments in a legal battle concerning Venezuelans facing deportation in the U.S. Texas Republicans have signed a new voting map that may shape future elections. Meanwhile, we delve into the search for Thomas Callum Phillips, a fugitive last spotted in New Zealand with his three children, as new footage emerges and the authorities close in on his trail.
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High-Stakes Push Against Fed Governor
- President Trump is pushing to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook and alleges mortgage fraud, prompting a Justice Department inquiry.
- A judge is weighing who defines “for cause,” with written arguments due Tuesday and no immediate ruling after the hearing.
Court Preserves TPS For Venezuelans
- A federal appeals court blocked efforts to end TPS for about 600,000 Venezuelans, keeping protections while litigation continues.
- The ruling questioned DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's authority to terminate the status and leaves expiration dates unresolved.
Texas Enacts GOP-Friendly Map
- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new congressional map aimed at boosting Republican seats ahead of 2026.
- Democrats have already filed multiple lawsuits to challenge the redistricting.