Donald Trump has finally made it clear: Jerome Powell’s time is up.
As Powell’s term as Federal Reserve Chair expires in May 2026, Trump is preparing to install a successor who aligns with his economic worldview — especially on interest rates.
This isn’t routine turnover.
It’s a power shift.
📌 WHAT’S HAPPENING
Trump has openly criticized Powell for years, blaming the Fed’s tight policy stance for slowing growth. Now, with the clock running down, he’s signaling a clean break — and a reset at the very top of U.S. monetary policy.
📈 WHY IT MATTERS
The Fed Chair controls interest rates, liquidity, and inflation
A new chair could pivot monetary policy fast
Risk assets, equities, crypto, and borrowing costs are all in play
Markets hate uncertainty — and this creates plenty of it
This is about more than one person.
It’s about who controls the money spigot.
💡 POTENTIAL CONTENDERS
Names already circulating include:
Kevin Hassett
Kevin Warsh
Others aligned with Trump-era economic thinking
All signals point toward a more growth-first, rate-sensitive Fed.
⏳ THE TIMELINE
Powell’s term ends: May 2026
Vetting already underway
Official announcement expected early 2026
THE BOTTOM LINE
When the Fed Chair changes, markets reprice reality.
Trump isn’t just saying goodbye to Powell —
he’s preparing to reshape the direction of U.S. monetary power.
Watch this space.
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