Powell’s term as chair ends in late May 2026. Trump has said he would not give the job to anyone who does not align with his demands for the Fed to cut rates.
Trump eyes Fed vacancy in early 2026 to appoint Powell successor: Bessent
Politics
June 30, 2025
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