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Trump denies plan to fire Fed chair Powell

The Wall Street Journal on MSN · 1d

How Bessent Made the Case to Trump Against Firing Fed Chair Powell

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told the president privately in recent days that ousting Jerome Powell entailed risks, including possible effects on the economy and potential legal and political obstacles.

Seeking Alpha on MSN · 7h

Bessent is said to have dissuaded Trump from ousting Fed Chair Powell

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advised President Trump against firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, arguing that such a move could harm markets, disrupt the economy and face serious legal and political hurdles, The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday, citing people familiar with the discussions.

Washington Examiner on MSN · 3h

Trump denies report that Bessent advised him against firing Powell

The Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday that Bessent made clear his concerns about firing the Fed chairman in private talks with the president last week.

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The Trump-Powell feud keeps heating up. Meet the betting markets' top picks to replace the Fed chief.

Four potential Powell replacements have been shortlisted by the betting market. Here's who's in the running to be the next ...

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Trump denies another Journal report, this time on Powell, Bessent

President Trump responded angrily on Sunday to a Wall Street Journal story that Treasury Department Secretary Scott Bessent ...

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says ‘formal process’ to find Jerome Powell’s successor has started

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday that a “formal process” to find a successor for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome ...

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Scott Bessent confirms moves to replace Jerome Powell are under way: ‘There’s a formal process that’s already starting’

The Treasury secretary also stated his preference that Powell step down from the Fed entirely when his term ends.

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