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U.S. Judge Blocks Trump Administration Subpoenas Sent to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell

U.S. Judge Blocks Trump Administration Subpoenas Sent to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell

A March 14 ruling rejected subpoenas tied to the Federal Reserve headquarters renovation project, while U.S. prosecutors said they will continue investigating Jerome Powell.

Fact Check
The event is widely reported by authoritative news organizations (Reuters, NYT) on the specific date mentioned (March 13, 2026). The judge's ruling to block the subpoenas is the central fact of these reports.
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Summary

A U.S. judge rejected subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve headquarters renovation project in a March 14 ruling involving Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. According to the new report, U.S. prosecutors said they would continue their investigation despite the court decision. The report also says the ruling could delay Kevin Warsh’s nomination as Powell’s successor when Powell’s term ends in May.

Terms & Concepts
  • Federal Reserve: The central bank of the United States, responsible for monetary policy, financial stability, and supervising parts of the banking system.
  • Subpoena: A legal order requiring a person to provide testimony or documents in a court or investigative proceeding.