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Does anyone go to prison for federal mortgage fraud? Not many, the numbers suggest

Mortgage fraud is back in the news. Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve governor, is being investigated by the Department of Justice for allegedly making false statements when applying for a mortgage. Members of Donald Trump’s Cabinet are accused of similar wrongdoings. Could any of these people go to prison?

The Conversation

First Thing: Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, says UN commission of inquiry

The commission also accused Benjamin Netanyahu of inciting genocide. Plus, Donald Trump files $15bn lawsuit against the New York Times

The Guardian - UK

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Consolidate As XRP Tries To Push Higher

Cryptocurrency markets are trading sideways on Tuesday as investors position ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision.

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September Fed Meeting Prep: Rate Cut Odds, Stagflation Risk, and White House Conflict

Here’s what to expect as Fed Chair Jay Powell and the FOMC head into a highly anticipated meeting, where investors have priced in a rate cut of 25 basis points almost unanimously.

Barchart

‘Peak Goldilocks’: The markets have bought the Fed rumors — watch for them to sell on the news

Markets will move on Wednesday after Wall Street parses Cook’s statement and his Q&A for clues about future rate cuts beyond Wednesday.

Fortune

Trump is pushing for a 'big cut' from the Fed—but he's already on a losing streak

Trump failed to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook and is unlikely to get the steep rate cut he demands, as Powell and the FOMC weigh weaker jobs data.

Fortune

S&P Futures Tick Higher Ahead of FOMC Meeting and U.S. Retail Sales Data

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are trending up +0.23% this morning as investors brace for the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting, where it is widely expected to cut interest rates, while also awaiting U.S. retail sales data.

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Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Futures Gain, Dow Slips As FOMC Begins Its 2-Day Meet — Tesla, Adtran, Ferguson In Focus (UPDATED)

Editor’s Note: The future prices of benchmark tracking ETFs, the lede, and the latest economic releases were updated in the story.

Benzinga

Charlie Kirk murder suspect told he faces death penalty if convicted in first appearance – as it happened

Tyler Robinson makes virtual court appearance charged with seven counts including aggravated murder; next court date set for 29 September

The Guardian - US

Appeals court rejects Trump's bid to unseat Fed governor Lisa Cook

The White House campaign to unseat Cook marks an unprecedented bid to reshape the Fed’s seven-member governing board, which was designed to be largely independent from day-to-day politics.

Euronews

Nasdaq Gains Over 200 Points Ahead Of Fed Meeting: Investor Sentiment Improves, Fear Index Moves To 'Greed' Zone

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed an improvement in the overall market sentiment, while the index moved to the “Greed” zone on Monday.

Benzinga

Senate approves White House’s Stephen Miran to serve on Fed board

The vote to confirm Stephen Miran was largely along party lines, 48-47.

Euronews

Ahead Of Fed Rate Meeting, BlackRock Remains 'Risk-On' US Equities Despite Sticky Core Inflation

The BlackRock Investment Institute is maintaining its “risk-on” investment stance, remaining overweight in U.S. equities despite acknowledging that core inflation is proving sticky.

Benzinga

Trump Challenging The Federal Reserve Is 'Very Gratifying' And 'Long Overdue,' Says Former Fed Nominee Judy Shelton

President Donald Trump’s former economic advisor, and one-time Federal Reserve Board nominee, Judy Shelton, is praising his efforts to confront the U.S. central bank, calling it a necessary correction following decades of unchecked power.

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US appeals court blocks Trump’s bid to fire Lisa Cook from Federal Reserve

Cook’s claim that she was denied due process has a ‘strong likelihood of success’, court rules

The Independent UK

Asian shares trade mixed after Wall Street sets new records

Asian shares are trading mixed after Wall Street set new records as investor anticipation grew that the U.S. Federal Reserve will announce the first cut of the year on its main interest rate

International Business Times

Asian Markets Rise As Traders Prepare For Expected US Rate Cut

Asian stocks rose again Tuesday to extend another record day on Wall Street as traders locked in bets on a US interest rate cut this week, while they are also keenly eyeing flagged talks between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.

AAP

Aussie shares follow Wall Street to finish in the green

Anticipation of rate cuts in the Unites States has buoyed Wall Street traders, with the positive outlook flowing onto the Australian share market.

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Bitcoin Flat As Fed Policy Meet Looms; Ethereum, Dogecoin, XRP Decline: Analyst Flags Support Where They Plan To 'Load Heavily' On ETH

Leading cryptocurrencies diverged from stocks on Monday, as risk appetite eased ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision.

The Guardian - US

US court foils Trump bid to fire Lisa Cook from Federal Reserve board

Decision comes before Fed policy meeting where officials are expected to cut US interest rates

Benzinga

Elizabeth Warren Says Trump Can't 'Scapegoat' His Failure As Appeals Court Rejects Attempt To Unseat Lisa Cook Ahead Of Key FOMC Meeting

In a major setback for President Donald Trump, a U.S. Appeals Court for the District of Columbia denied an emergency motion to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, allowing her to participate in this week’s Federal Open Market Committee meeting.

Axios

Appeals court rules Fed governor Cook can continue to serve

The ruling comes ahead of the Fed's two-day policy meeting that starts Tuesday.

The Guardian - US

Trump official confirmed to Fed board but court rejects Lisa Cook removal bid

Senate votes 48-47 to confirm Stephen Miran as Fed governor but court rules Cook may remain in place

Axios

Trump nominee Miran confirmed to Fed ahead of rate decision

Miran is considered likely to further Trump's arguments for lower interest rates.

Barchart

Stocks Rally as Bond Yields Fall Before FOMC Meeting

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Monday closed up +0.47%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.11%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.84%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) rose +0.43%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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