Republicans Plead With Trump to Drop Powell Probe
Chairman Jerome Powell is the target of a DOJ probe and potential firing as his term ends in May.
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Chairman Jerome Powell is the target of a DOJ probe and potential firing as his term ends in May.
Senate Republicans are urging President Trump to end a DOJ investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, fearing it will delay the confirmation of his successor, Kevin Warsh, and undermine the institution's independence.
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Right-leaning outlets like The Gateway Pundit focus on the DOJ investigation into Fed headquarters construction, framing Powell as "stonewalling" prosecutors. In contrast, left-leaning sources such as RawStory describe the move as a "vendetta" and highlight Powell’s commitment to protecting the central bank's independence from political interference.
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