Jerome Powell’s cautious rate policy sparks fierce criticism and succession talks, putting his Fed Chair tenure under unprecedented scrutiny.

President Donald Trump is intensifying scrutiny of the Federal Reserve’s $2.5 billion headquarters renovation suggesting possible ‘fraud’

Financial advisors like Rockie Ziegler believe that removing Fed Chair Jerome Powell would be a dangerous move, as it could undermine confidence in the economy and create long-term instability.

“Can Jay Powell, as a human escape, the pressure of politics and the election?” asked CNBC’s Brian Sullivan. “He has to placate the political forces that are really in the underbelly of ...

J.P. Morgan warned in a note that Trump's pressure on the Federal Reserve and threats to fire Chair Powell could undercut central bank independence and increase inflation risks.

Politicians often want lower rates. Central banks seek stable prices.

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No stranger to political pressure, the Fed chief this week found himself the focus of concern in a letter from Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown.

The Fed since has enjoyed considerable autonomy, though it hasn’t been immune to political pressure. Fed chief Jerome Powell has been under pressure for months from President Trump. Investors sent a warning Wednesday that central-bank independence matters to Wall Street.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said the central bank will ignore "external" political pressure amid expectations that it will raise interest rates again to address inflation.