Trump’s attacks on Powell threaten the Fed’s independence. Here’s why it matters

President Donald Trump has opened up a new front in his attack on the Federal Reserve and its chair, Jerome Powell: He says the alledged mismanagement of a building renovation project could be grounds ... Read More

3 ways Trump trying to fire Powell could backfire

If President Donald Trump were to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, it could have unintended and severe consequences that reverberate throughout the US economy and global markets. Read More

Why is Trump unhappy with Fed Chair Jerome Powell, and what does the Federal Reserve do?

President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell — whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair — earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates. Read More

Powell defends Fed renovation amid Trump criticism

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday pushed back on GOP criticisms regarding renovation costs for two buildings in Washington, suggesting the upgrades are overdue. “The project is large ... Read More

Trump’s Attack on the Fed Ripples Through the Global Economy

The independence of central banks, which allows policymakers to operate free from political meddling, is considered sacrosanct by investors and economists. Read More

Trump’s Withering Criticism of Powell Puts Fed Decisions Under Microscope

The central bank is poised to hold interest rates steady this month, but there could be a path to cut as early as September. Read More

Powell: With Strong US Economy, Fed Has 'No Need To Be ... - Benzinga

Powell signals no rush to cut rates, cites strong U.S. economic performance. Inflation not yet at 2% target. Fed remains committed to “finishing the job.” A new wave of value and momentum ... Read More

'A dreadful idea': Why Wall Street's brightest minds hate the idea of Trump firing Fed Chair Powell

Top voices on Wall Street have expressed alarm over the idea that Trump could fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, emphasizing the need for Fed independence. Read More

Powell to Congress: Fed in no rush to cut rates - Seeking Alpha

Fed Chair Powell will reiterate the U.S. central bank won't rush to cut rates as officials wait to see how President Trump's tariffs shake out, according to his Tuesday remarks prepared for ... Read More

Fed's Powell says tariffs could lead to inflation, economic ... - CBS News

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said in a speech today that President Trump's tariffs are likely to boost U.S. inflation. Read More

Jerome Powell says 'the economy is doing fine' after Fed decision

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on May 7 said "the economy is doing fine" during a news conference after the Federal Open Market Committee announced it would keep its key rate steady at 4.25% ... Read More

Fed Chair Jerome Powell speaks about economy - News4JAX

President Donald Trump met with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and the two discussed the economy but not Powell’s outlook for interest rates, the Fed said. Read More