# Powell Defends Fed Independence

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Published: 2026-06-03T02:00:12+00:00
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Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered a powerful defense of the Federal Reserve’s independence after accepting the Profile in Courage Award, warning that allowing presidents to remove Fed officials over policy disagreements would erode trust and set a dangerous precedent. He stressed that the Fed’s credibility—and the stability of the economy—depends on its ability to make unpopular, data-driven decisions free from political pressure. With the Supreme Court poised to rule on presidential removal powers, Powell’s message is urgent: preserving the Fed’s autonomy isn’t just about economic policy—it’s about safeguarding everything from mortgage rates to savings yields, and ensuring that economic decisions aren’t dictated by election cycles. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/aad1d6427d53aa56

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