US Fed chair Jerome Powell who stood up to Trump set to finish tenure on top
Jerome Powell, the US Federal Reserve Chair, is set to conclude his tenure amid mixed reactions to his leadership. He faced significant pressure from President Trump but maintained the Fed's independence throughout his term. As he prepares for his final press conference, discussions arise about his potential continuation on the board beyond his chairmanship.
- ▪Jerome Powell received both praise and criticism during his tenure as Fed Chair.
- ▪He faced unprecedented pressure from President Trump, including an investigation by the Justice Department.
- ▪Powell's leadership is noted for maintaining the independence of the Federal Reserve despite political challenges.
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US Fed chair Jerome Powell, who stood up to Trump, set to finish tenure on topSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell received praise and criticism during his tenure as he maintained the central bank's independence.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished Apr 29, 2026, 11:05 AMUpdated Apr 29, 2026, 12:02 PMListenWASHINGTON – US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a soft-spoken central banker who chooses his words carefully, is perhaps an unlikely candidate to become one of the few figures who have stood up to President Donald Trump.
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