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Scott Bessent, Federal Reserve and Jerome Powell

Why Bessent is now saying Powell doesn’t need to resign from Fed

“Bessent is trying to show Trump there is a path to get what he wants without unnecessary market turmoil,” said Stephen Myrow, managing partner at Beacon Policy Advisors. That path would involve allowing Powell to finish out his term as chair and stepping down from the Federal Reserve board once his chairmanship is up.

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Bessent Says ‘No Rush’ to Choose Successor to Fed’s Powell

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FACTBOX The five female Fed presidents who may have been on Bessent's mind

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Trump’s case against Fed chair Powell

US President Donald Trump doesn’t like Federal Reserve chair Jay Powell.

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Trump Pressure a 'Diversion' From Fed Mission, Says Brainard

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Trump suggests Fed Chair may cut interest rates

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The Latest: Interest Rates Are Central to Trump’s Continuing Feud With Fed Chair Powell

Trump has previously indicated that Powell’s handling of the extensive renovation project on two agency buildings could be grounds for firing.

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Trump and Powell Bicker Over Fed Building Renovations as President Ratchets up Pressure Campaign

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Trump’s Fed building tour ends with a relief signal for Powell

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Treasury Secretary Bessent details Trump administration's plan to tackle China's economic imbalances

China trade has reached a "good place" with reduced tariffs, but said China's 30% share of global manufacturing is unsustainably imbalanced.

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US-South Korea trade talks postponed over Bessent schedule as tariff deadline looms

The two sides will reschedule the meeting between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol, as well as the top trade envoys of both countries, as soon as possible,

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Bessent: The Trump administration should look into the Fed’s ‘many mistakes’

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday he believes the Federal Reserve system should be reviewed for potentially holding back the US economy, which is “on the cusp” of growth that could equal the dot-com boom seen in the 1990s.

Scott Bessent Warns TSMC's $40 Billion Arizona Fab May Only Meet 7% Of US Chip Demand — Blames Building Inspectors, Red Tape For Delays

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.'s massive Arizona fabrication facility may produce just 7% of America's semiconductor needs, highlighting regulatory obstacles hampering domestic chip production.

Powell to leave Fed chair in May, nominee announcement expected in December or January: Secretary Bessent

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent breaks down President Donald Trump’s trade deals, Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell and more on ‘The Ingraham Angle.’

Scott Bessent Floats When Trump Might Name Powell’s Replacement

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday on Fox News’ “The Ingraham Angle” that the Trump administration will announce a potential new Federal Reserve chairman nominee in either December or January.

Bessent tamps down Powell threats

Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Bessent: Trump ‘not going to fire’ Powell

‘Trade’s in a Very Good Place With China,’ Says Treasury Secretary Bessent

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he would soon meet top Chinese officials to extend the two countries' trade truce. “China, that deal expires on Aug. 12 and I’m going to be in Stockholm on Monday

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Treasury Secretary Bessent bashes Fed 'fear mongering' over tariffs and says central bank should be reviewed

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent weighed in on the latest Fed drama, pointing to the "fear-mongering" around tariffs and the potential for higher inflation.