🚨 Federal Reserve Shake-Up Incoming? Powell’s Future in Question

As of August 8, 2025, Jerome Powell remains Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve, with his second term set to end in May 2026. But with growing political pressure and internal friction, a leadership change may be closer than expected.
📌 Where Things Stand
Powell has led the Fed since 2018, navigating inflation spikes, interest rate turbulence, and market uncertainty.
His second term began in May 2022, but tensions with the White House have intensified in recent months.
⚠️ What’s Unfolding Now
President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to name a new Fed Chair soon.
This follows:
The early resignation of Fed Governor Adriana Kugler 📝
Ongoing disagreements with Powell over rate-cut timing and inflation response 💣
🧠 Who’s in the Running?
With Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declining the role, the shortlist is said to include: