NewsNY Post PoliticsMay 5, 2026United States
Senator Tim Scott Hopes Jerome Powell Leaves Federal Reserve, Cites Potential Agenda
Senator Tim Scott expressed a desire for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to leave his position after his term ends this month, suggesting Powell might be staying to oppose the president's agenda. Scott also raised concerns about the Fed's $2.5 billion headquarters renovation, which led to a Department of Justice investigation.
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Key Facts
- Senator Tim Scott hopes Fed Chair Jerome Powell will leave his post this month.
- Scott suggests Powell might be staying to oppose the president's agenda.
- A $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed's headquarters led to a DOJ investigation into Powell's handling of the project.
- Jay Clayton brokered a deal to end the DOJ criminal probe in favor of an IG investigation.
- Powell has announced he will remain a Fed governor until 2028 unless cleared of potential charges.