Powell to Remain Fed Chair Amid DOJ Probe; Trump Allies Seek to Block Replacement

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has confirmed he will remain in his position until a Department of Justice probe concludes and his replacement is confirmed, with President Trump signaling the DOJ should continue the investigation and his allies seeking ways to block a new nominee like Kevin Warsh.

18 Mar, 19:09 — 19 Mar, 18:06

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Why this matters

The Federal Reserve Chair's independence is crucial for economic stability, and political interference or perceived retaliation in a DOJ probe could undermine public trust. The uncertainty surrounding Powell's tenure and replacement has significant implications for monetary policy and financial markets.

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What 6 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

Jerome Powell intends to remain as Fed Chair until his replacement is confirmed by the Senate
There is a Department of Justice (DOJ) probe involving Jerome Powell
President Trump supports the continuation of the DOJ probe into Powell

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Powell will remain Fed chair until the Senate confirms his replacement.

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Trump allies are looking for a way to stop Powell from remaining Fed chair.

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Kevin Warsh is President Donald Trump’s pick to replace Powell.

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Powell has accused the DOJ of investigating him in retaliation for his refusal to lower interest rates as much or as quickly as Trump has demanded.

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Reason for Powell's DOJ investigation

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Powell believes the DOJ investigation is retaliation for his refusal to lower interest rates as quickly as Trump demanded.

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The reason for the DOJ probe is not explicitly stated, only that it exists and complicates his replacement.

Coverage gaps

Kevin Warsh is Trump's pick to replace Powell and is currently facing a 'Senate quagmire'

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cnbccentercenter-leftanalyticalMostly FactualMentions Powell's accusation of retaliation

inquirercentercenter-leftneutralMostly FactualIrrelevant article, no political lean on this story

Coverage leans: center

The coverage is largely factual, focusing on the procedural aspects of Powell's tenure and the political dynamics surrounding his potential replacement, with some outlets hinting at the political motivations behind the DOJ probe.

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ReutersVery High1d ago

Fed's Powell confirms Trump is stuck with him until DOJ probe is 'well and truly' over - Reuters

Fed's Powell confirms Trump is stuck with him until DOJ probe is 'well and truly' over Reuters

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cnbcMostly Factual3h ago

Trump signals DOJ should continue Powell probe, complicating Warsh Fed nom

Powell has accused the DOJ of investigating him in retaliation for his refusal to lower interest rates as much or as quickly as Trump has demanded.

Read full article →

marketwatchMostly Factual2h ago

Powell says he’ll remain Fed chair until the Senate confirms his replacement. Trump allies are looking for a way to stop him.

Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s pick to replace Powell, is currently stuck in a Senate quagmire.

By Greg Robb

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seeking-alphaMixed2h ago

Trump shows support for continuing Powell investigation

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inquirerMostly Factual14h ago

Alcantara, DPWH contractor dropped from 3 cases–DOJ

Henry Alcantara, the dismissed public works official who was among the first to be implicated in the flood control corruption scandal, but who was later admitted into the witness protection program, now has fewer criminal cases to worry about. Formerly the district engineer of the Bulacan regional office of the Department of Public Works and

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philstarMostly Factual10h ago

Ex-DPWH exec Alcantara, contractor Santos dropped in Bulacan graft, malversation cases

In a message to reporters on Thursday, March 19, Department of Justice Spokesperson Polo Martinez said that Alcantara and Santos were dropped as respondents by “virtue of their admission as state witnesses under the Witness Protection Program.”

By Ian Laqui

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Coverage Timeline

First report: Reuters · 18 Mar, 19:09|Full coverage: 6 · 23h|Window: 23h

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Reuters18 Mar, 19:09First to report

Fed's Powell confirms Trump is stuck with him until DOJ probe is 'well and truly' over - Reuters

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inquirer19 Mar, 05:40

Alcantara, DPWH contractor dropped from 3 cases–DOJ

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philstar19 Mar, 09:08

Ex-DPWH exec Alcantara, contractor Santos dropped in Bulacan graft, malversation cases

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cnbc19 Mar, 16:30

Trump signals DOJ should continue Powell probe, complicating Warsh Fed nom

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seeking-alpha19 Mar, 18:03

Trump shows support for continuing Powell investigation

marketwatch19 Mar, 18:06Latest update

Powell says he’ll remain Fed chair until the Senate confirms his replacement. Trump allies are looking for a way to stop him.

Story evolution

The narrative shifted from Powell's personal resolve to the broader political and legal machinations, including Trump's direct involvement and the actions of his allies.

Powell's Stance ConfirmedMarch 18 evening

Powell confirms he will stay until a replacement is confirmed and the DOJ probe is over.

Trump's Support for ProbeMarch 19 morning

News emerges that Trump supports the continuation of the DOJ probe into Powell.

Complications and Ally ActionsMarch 19 afternoon

Reports detail how the probe complicates Warsh's nomination and that Trump allies are seeking to block Powell.

Key entities

Jerome PowellCurrent Federal Reserve Chair Donald TrumpFormer President, supports DOJ probe Department of Justice (DOJ)Conducting a probe involving Powell Kevin WarshTrump's pick to replace Powell SenateBody responsible for confirming Fed Chair replacement

Powell to Remain Fed Chair Amid DOJ Probe; Trump Allies Seek to Block Replacement

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Key claims3 agreed · 1 unverified

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Sources

Fed's Powell confirms Trump is stuck with him until DOJ probe is 'well and truly' over - Reuters

Trump signals DOJ should continue Powell probe, complicating Warsh Fed nom

Powell says he’ll remain Fed chair until the Senate confirms his replacement. Trump allies are looking for a way to stop him.

Trump shows support for continuing Powell investigation

Alcantara, DPWH contractor dropped from 3 cases–DOJ

Ex-DPWH exec Alcantara, contractor Santos dropped in Bulacan graft, malversation cases

Coverage Timeline

Fed's Powell confirms Trump is stuck with him until DOJ probe is 'well and truly' over - Reuters

Alcantara, DPWH contractor dropped from 3 cases–DOJ

Ex-DPWH exec Alcantara, contractor Santos dropped in Bulacan graft, malversation cases

Trump signals DOJ should continue Powell probe, complicating Warsh Fed nom

Trump shows support for continuing Powell investigation

Powell says he’ll remain Fed chair until the Senate confirms his replacement. Trump allies are looking for a way to stop him.

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