Economics
Cook Confirmed as First Black Woman on Federal Reserve Board
- Vote was delayed by Covid-related absences in 50-50 Senate
- Republicans questioned Cook’s qualifications in opposing her
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Economist Lisa Cook will be the first Black woman on the Federal Reserve board of governors after winning Senate confirmation by the narrowest possible margin Tuesday.
The 51-50 vote required a tie-breaking appearance by Vice President Kamala Harris.