Federal prosecutors have decided to end their criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, as announced by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro. This decision removes a significant hurdle for the confirmation of President Trump’s nominee to lead the central bank’s Board of Governors. Instead of continuing the criminal probe, the Federal Reserve’s inspector general will investigate potential cost overruns related to the renovation of the central bank’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. Pirro emphasized that her office could reopen the investigation if necessary, depending on the findings of the inspector general’s report. She expects a thorough report that will address the issues that initially prompted the subpoenas. This development was first reported by ABC News and marks a significant moment in the ongoing scrutiny of the Federal Reserve’s operations.
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Justice Department drops probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell
