Jerome Powell’s Last Stand at the Fed

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A new chairman is taking over from Jerome Powell at the Federal Reserve. But Powell isn't leaving. He plans to stay on as a voting member on the Fed’s board of governors. WSJ’s Nick Timiraos reflects on Powell’s tenure and unpacks his controversial decision to remain at the central bank. Jessica Mendoza hosts.

Further Listening:


- Who Is the New Fed Chair?

- Why is the Fed Chair Facing a Criminal Investigation?


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A new chairman is taking over from Jerome Powell at the Federal Reserve. But Powell isn't leaving. He plans to stay on as a voting member on the Fed’s board of governors. WSJ’s Nick Timiraos reflects on Powell’s tenure and unpacks his controversial decision to remain at the central bank. Jessica Mendoza hosts.

Further Listening:


- Who Is the New Fed Chair?

- Why is the Fed Chair Facing a Criminal Investigation?


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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2026-05-14 21 min
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