Federal Reserve, DOJ and central banks

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International central bank heads call for independence at Federal Reserve
The heads of several central banks from around the world said that Jerome Powell, "a respected colleague," should have full independence at the Fed.

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Federal Reserve Chair Powell says DOJ has subpoenaed central bank, threatens criminal indictment
The $2.5 billion renovation at the center of the DOJ's criminal investigation of the Federal Reserve
Jerome Powell: steely Fed chair standing firm in face of Trump’s threats
Calm and composed, though without his usual black glasses frame, Powell announced the Trump administration had instigated a criminal investigation against him – and that he would not back down.

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Global central bankers defend Fed's Powell after Trump threat
Latest Trump move on Fed may have hit a tripwire, with a rally behind Powell
Trump Admin Threatens Jerome Powell, Federal Reserve Chair, With Criminal Charges: Here’s What To Know
“I have deep respect for the rule of law and for accountability in our democracy. No one—certainly not the chair of the Federal Reserve—is above the law,” Powell declared in the video message.

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Trump’s Justice Department subpoenas Fed Chair Powell, threatens criminal charges
Federal Reserve Chair claims Trump admin. threatened him with criminal indictment

Federal Reserve OK's Fifth Third-Comerica deal, set to happen Feb. 1

The two banks announced the approval the night of Jan. 13. Comerica plans to fully rebrand as Fifth Third Bank later this year.

Federal Reserve Signs Off on Fifth Third’s Bid to Buy Comerica

The Federal Reserve approved Fifth Third Bancorp’s acquisition of Comerica Inc., a key move from the regulator signing-off on one of the largest bank deals in 2025.

Donald Trump versus the Federal Reserve - what you need to know

Jerome Powell, head of the U.S. Federal Reserve, said on Sunday the Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation against him for allegedly misleading Congress about a building renovation project at the central bank’s headquarters.
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Regional head of Federal Reserve Bank still worries inflation is 'too high'

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Pres. Raphael Bostic knows hiring has cooled off, but he remains most concerned about keeping inflation heating up. The Fed's main tool to fight inflation is higher interest rates,

How the Federal Reserve Manages Money Supply

The Federal Reserve has several tools to manage the money supply and keep the economy running smoothly. Learn how the central bank sets monetary policy.
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