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News|Donald TrumpUS judge nixes two subpoenas against Federal Reserve chair Jerome PowellJudge James Boasberg ruled US prosecutors under Trump produced ‘essentially zero evidence’ to justify the subpoenas.

A United States court has ruled to quash two subpoenas in an investigation concerning Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve. The decision, made by Judge James Boasberg of the US District Court for the District of Columbia, concluded that the…

ABy Anna FieldsMar 14, 20261 min read

A United States court has ruled to quash two subpoenas in an investigation concerning Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve. The decision, made by Judge James Boasberg of the US District Court for the District of Columbia, concluded that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose, primarily to harass Powell.

The subpoenas were part of a broader campaign under President Donald Trump to pressure the Federal Reserve into lowering interest rates. Judge Boasberg cited the lack of evidence against Powell and described the government's justifications for the subpoenas as pretextual. The ruling included an order to unseal the subpoenas, though they remain partially redacted.

US Attorney Jeanine Pirro, appointed by Trump, announced intentions to appeal the decision, asserting that the subpoenas were a legitimate tool of investigation. Pirro denied any political motivations behind the subpoenas.

The Federal Reserve operates independently to avoid political influence in monetary policy decisions. However, the Trump administration has been accused of attempting to exert control over independent government entities.

A United States court has ruled to quash two subpoenas in an investigation concerning Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Anna Fields · Thehackingpost

Powell, nominated during Trump's first term in 2017, has faced pressure from the administration to decrease interest rates. This move is intended to stimulate economic activity but poses risks such as potential long-term economic weakening.

Senator Thom Tillis has publicly supported Boasberg's decision and has withheld his vote for Trump's nominee to replace Powell, pending the investigation's resolution. Tillis highlighted the importance of maintaining the Federal Reserve's independence.

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The Federal Reserve has filed a motion to dismiss the subpoenas, and the court's decision aligns with this request. The case reflects ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the Federal Reserve regarding interest rate policies and the independence of the central bank.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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