Thune urges Trump administration to ‘wrap up’ investigation of Fed chair
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune urged the Trump administration to end its investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) on Wednesday urged the Trump administration to conclude its investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Thune stated that ending the Justice Department's controversial criminal probe would be in "everybody's best interest." This intervention from a top Republican lawmaker signals growing pressure on the White House regarding its scrutiny of the independent central bank. The ongoing investigation could impact the stability and perceived independence of the Federal Reserve.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune urged the Trump administration to conclude its investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.
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