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Fed Keeps Rates Unchanged In What Could Be Jerome Powell's Last Meeting As Chair

The Federal Reserve kept its interest rates unchanged on Wednesday in what could be Jerome Powell's last meeting as the chair of the central bank.

International Business Times

Fed holds interest rates steady for third straight meeting as four officials dissent

The dissents underscore the level of division on the Fed's 12-member rate-setting committee

The Independent UK

Jerome Powell defies Trump one last time, holding rates steady: ‘The facts have moved decisively in the hawkish direction,’ top economist says

Four dissents signal that incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh inherits a committee far more hawkish than the White House wants.

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Jerome Powell to stay on Fed board after central bank holds rates steady in defiance of Trump

Chair planned to exit after inquiry into building renovations but will now oversee ‘remaining steps in the process’

The Guardian - US

FTSE 100 closes lower as drugs firms GSK and AstraZeneca struggle

Evening Standard

Kevin Warsh clears key Senate hurdle to replace Fed chair Powell

A Senate committee advances Trump’s pick as doubts linger over the Fed’s independence and Powell’s future

The Guardian - US

What Will Chairman Powell Say Later Wednesday?

If you are expecting fireworks as Chairman Powell takes the microphone at the conclusion of his final FOMC meeting as Chair, you will likely be disappointed later Wednesday.

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Stock Index Futures Gain on Tech Boost Ahead of Fed Decision and Megacap Earnings

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.14%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.27% this morning, buoyed by gains in technology stocks, while investors await the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, a Senate committee vote on a new Fed chairman, a slew of U.S. economic…

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Ray Dalio warns the U.S. is already in stagflation, and a Fed that loses credibility would make it worse

As affordability crushes consumer confidence to a decades-low, Dalio warns a loss of credibility at the central bank could turn stagflation fears into reality.

Fortune

Justice Department finally admits defeat in bogus probe of Fed Chair Powell, but the real scandal is who’s replacing him

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially dropped its criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a move that paves the way for Kevin Warsh to take over as the next Fed chair. The announcement came on April 24, 2026, when US Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeannine…

The Mary Sue

Fed Expected To Keep Rates Unchanged Ahead Of Potential Leadership Change

The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged after its meeting end on Wednesday, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Kevin Warsh Has Been Labeled a ‘Sock Puppet.’ A Potential Federal Reserve ‘Shadow Chair’ Is a Much Greater Threat for Investors.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has hinted that he may break precedent and stay on as a Fed governor.

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Nasdaq Futures Plunge as AI Concerns Resurface, FOMC Meeting and Earnings in Focus

June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are trending down -1.24% this morning as concerns resurfaced over whether the massive amounts of investment in AI will ultimately pay off.

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April Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The April Fed meeting was Jerome Powell's last as chair of the central bank, but he's not leaving the central bank just yet.

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Nasdaq Notches Another New All-Time High: Stock Market Today

Two of the three main U.S. equity indexes hit new all-time highs at the start of a big week for earnings and interest rates.

Reason

By Dropping Her Criminal Probe of Jerome Powell, Jeanine Pirro Confirms Its Political Motivation

Even Republican critics of the Federal Reserve chairman's performance rejected the notion that he had broken the law by lying about the renovation of the central bank's headquarters.

International Business Times

Only Half Of Economists Believe Kevin Warsh Would Be An Independent Fed Chair: Poll

Only half of Americans believe Kevin Warsh would maintain the Federal Reserve's independence should he be confirmed as chair, according to a new poll.

International Business Times

GOP Sen. Says He Won't Block Nomination Of Kevin Warsh As Fed Chair After DOJ Drops Investigation Of Jerome Powell

Republican Senator Thom Tillis said he will support Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve chair, paving the way for his confirmation.

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Stocks Set for Muted Open as Investors Await Big Tech Earnings and Fed Meeting; Middle East Developments in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.09%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.06% this morning as investors refrain from making big bets at the start of a busy week featuring earnings from major tech names, the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, and a raft…

Roll Call

This week: King Charles to address Congress amid a packed legislative agenda

In a more normal week, a reauthorization of surveillance powers, a budget resolution or the farm bill might take center stage on the House floor. This week, the House is scheduled to do all that as well as host a joint meeting of Congress to hear from King Charles III.…

Euronews

Key US senator lifts block on Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh

The Republican senator who had effectively blocked confirmation of President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve said on Sunday he was dropping his opposition after the Department of Justice ended its investigation of the current central bank chair.

The Independent UK

GOP thorn in Trump’s side says he’ll confirm Fed pick Warsh despite threat of Powell probe still looming

DoJ’s decision to end ‘bogus’ probe vindicated Thom Tillis, who had power to hold up the nomination of Trump’s preferred candidate indefinitely

Axios

Tillis will support Warsh, clearing way for Trump's Fed pick

"It is time for the Federal Reserve to move beyond this distraction and return its full attention to its mission."

The Guardian - US

Todd Blanche wants to be attorney general – and he’s going all in on Trump’s retaliation agenda to prove it

Trump’s former personal attorney has left little doubt to how he’d further politicize the justice department if his status becomes permanent

The Times of India

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

The Justice Department has closed its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell regarding headquarters renovation cost overruns. This move removes a hurdle for Kevin Warsh's confirmation as Fed chair. The probe's closure allows scrutiny to continue through the Inspector General's office, with potential for criminal investigation restart if warranted.

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