President Trump's war on Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell is taking on a more aggressive form, bringing Trump a step closer to trying to oust the head of the Fed. Why it matters: Trump wants Powell to cut interest rates, but he can't actually do so unilaterally – a committee of 12 decide together.

A top White House budget official said President Trump is "troubled" by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell's management, as Mr. Trump pressures him over interest rates.

It hasn't been an easy start to 2025 for Jerome Powell. Unfortunately for the Fed chair, the second half of the year is likely to be even tougher.

The most recent criticisms against Fed chair Jerome Powell come after President Donald Trump continues to demand lower interest rates.

White House economist Kevin Hassett stated that President Trump could fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if evidence of cause exists. Hassett criticized the Fed for cost overruns at its headquarters.

The White House financial watchdog ripped Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over a lavish revamp of the central bank’s Washington, DC headquarters — and warned construction could be

Bill Pulte, who oversees Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, applauded chatter stating Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell would soon depart from his position.  “I’m encouraged by reports that Jerome

Fed Chair Jerome Powell is ‘considering resgining’, according to reports. Chairman of the Board of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac William J. Pulte issued a statement saying: “I’m encouraged by reports that Jerome Powell is considering resigning. I think this will be the right decision for America, and the economy will boom.”