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US justice dept closes criminal investigation into Fed chief Jerome Powell, clearing hurdle for Trump nominee Kevin Warsh

The US Justice Department is closing its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a move seen as removing a hurdle to the confirmation of Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the central bank, with Powell’s term as chair set to end on May 15.US Attorney Jeanine Pirro said the criminal probe into…

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Donald Trump targets Fed chief Jerome Powell again, threatens to fire him if he is ‘not leaving on time’

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday renewed his attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, saying he would fire him if he continues in the role beyond the end of his mandate.Powell’s term as Fed chair ends in mid-May, and Trump has repeatedly criticised him for not cutting interest rates more aggressively, AFP reported. Watch…

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Jerome Powell says Fed has limited scope to counter energy price rise; flags inflation risks

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Monday said the central bank is closely monitoring inflation risks arising from the spike in energy prices due to the Iran war, but cautioned that there is limited scope for policy intervention in such supply-driven shocks.Speaking at Harvard University before nearly 400 students, Powell said energy shocks typically tend…

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Glen Powell announces new role as Fox McCloud in ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ film – ‘Born to Barrel Roll’ |

In a delightful surprise for fans, Glen Powell will take on the role of Fox McCloud in the upcoming ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ film. The ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ actor shared the exciting news via a playful post on social media, sparking discussions of potential crossover moments that could unfold. Alongside returning favorites, the film will welcome…

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NBA trade news: Miami Heat looking to acquire Giannis and Ja without losing Adebayo or Powell | NBA News

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Pat Riley, and Ja Morant (Images via Getty) Since Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant’s names have hit the trade market, the league’s atmosphere changed. With teams gunning for the Greek Freak and Mr. 360 degree, salary caps have been continuously moved around to make space to afford these superstars. As reported, the Heat…

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Fed showdown: Donald Trump’s legal move against Jerome Powell sharpens rate-cut battle; raises questions over central bank independence

The US Justice Department’s threat to criminally indict Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has triggered a fresh confrontation between the White House and the central bank, intensifying concerns over the Fed’s independence and the direction of US monetary policy.The subpoenas, served on Friday, relate to Powell’s June testimony on the $2.5 billion renovation of Federal…

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Federal Reserve Chair Powell says DOJ has subpoenaed central bank, threatens criminal indictment

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about the Fed’s building renovations. The move represents an unprecedented escalation in President Donald Trump’s battle with the Fed, an independent agency he has repeatedly…

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