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NOTUSApr 16, 2026National News

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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Republicans Plead With Trump to Drop Powell Probe
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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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