The long-running tension between the White House and the Federal Reserve has reached a critical phase as 2026 begins. With Jerome Powell’s term nearing its end, pressure is escalating — fast.
What’s escalating
President Donald Trump has moved beyond criticism and is now openly exploring legal avenues to remove Powell early, citing “gross incompetence” tied to ballooning renovation costs at the Fed’s headquarters. The move would test the limits of presidential authority over monetary policy.
Key developments
• ⚖️ Legal threat: Trump is weighing a lawsuit to remove Powell “for cause” before his term ends in May 2026
• 🧭 Succession hunt: Names like Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh are emerging as potential replacements, with a nomination expected in January 2026
• 🏛️ Constitutional stakes: A possible Supreme Court ruling could redefine whether a president can fire a Fed Chair over policy disputes
Why markets care
Trump is pushing for rapid rate cuts to stimulate growth and ease borrowing costs. Powell is holding the line on Fed independence. That standoff injects uncertainty into rates, the dollar, equities, and crypto — and markets hate uncertainty.
⏳ The countdown
Powell’s term ends May 15, 2026. The question is no longer if pressure continues — but whether the Fed Chair lasts until the end.
Where do you stand?
🏦 Protect Fed independence
🔥 Cut rates now, fast
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