- Trump pressured the central bank regarding interest rates while media reports detailed the civil investigation into his conduct.
- The FED leadership is under pressure from the administration, evidenced by the appointment of a new chair, amid ongoing criticism from Donald Trump and economic impacts from the Iran attacks.
President Trump discussed the war in Iran with the new Fed Chair following Warsh's succession.
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Updated Aug 7
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What happened
President Trump discussed the war in Iran with the new Fed Chair following Warsh's succession.
Who's involved
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Part of
The FED leadership is under pressure from the administration, evidenced by the appointment of a new chair, amid ongoing criticism from Donald Trump and economic impacts from the Iran attacks.Also in this story
- Warsh, the new Fed Chair, diverges from the predictable guidance previously provided by Jerome Powell.
- The Federal Reserve leadership is facing pressure from the administration as market trends, specifically in gold, are affecting companies like AngloGold Ashanti.
- Jerome Powell delivered testimonies to the Senate on May 20, 2026.
- Federal Reserve policy is being influenced by former officials and presidential expectations.
The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Jerome Powell
president of the FED
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