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FAQ: Here’s what would happen if Trump actually tries to fire Powell

President Donald Trump has escalated his pressure campaign against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, leaving the door open ...

Trump's economic team sees job growth and tariff success amid Powell feud

New data from the White House Council of Economic Advisers backs President Donald Trump's calls for the Federal Reserve to ...

Can Trump Fire Powell?

The White House is exploring every avenue of executive power to get what President Trump wants from the Federal Reserve: ...

Trump backs further away from firing Powell: ‘He's going to be out pretty soon anyway'

The president has accused Powell of being political and nicknamed him “too late” when it came time to adjusting interest ...

Trump Ally Wants Powell Investigated by the Justice Department

In the latest attempt by a White House ally to turn up the heat on Jerome Powell, a Republican congresswoman has asked the ...

Trump Says Firing Fed Chair Is 'Highly Unlikely,' But Here's How The Move Would Shake Global Economy

Economist Clifford Winston joined "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss President Donald Trump's recent criticisms of Federal Reserve ...

Bessent says Powell doesn't need to resign but should conduct internal review

There have been no indications from Powell that he plans to step down despite a barrage of criticism from the Trump ...

Bessent Told Trump Not to Fire Powell, Report Says. Why His Reasons Could Boost Markets.

The President has repeatedly criticized Powell for not cutting interest rates, and he escalated his attacks on the Fed chair ...