Trump allies step up push to remove Fed governor and target Atlanta Fed vacancy
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Reports that Trump allies are seeking to remove a Fed governor and pressure Jerome Powell, while attempting to influence the Atlanta Fed president selection, raise perceived political intrusion risks to monetary policy. Even with the Supreme Court's narrow ruling, renewed efforts could elevate institutional uncertainty and volatility around rate expectations. With inflation pressures still limiting near-term cuts, headline risk may support a firmer USD via higher risk premia and tighter financial conditions.
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Trump allies are intensifying efforts to remove a Biden-appointed Federal Reserve governor referred to in the report as “Cook” and are also pressuring former Chair Jerome Powell to leave the Fed’s Board of Governors. The Supreme Court allowed Cook to remain in her role for now on procedural grounds, but Fed watchers said the narrow ruling does not fully insulate the central bank from future political efforts. The administration is also focusing on the open Atlanta Fed presidency, a position that will carry a vote on interest rates in 2027.
