# Central Bank Independence
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The End of the ‘Transparent’ Fed: Markets Tumble as Powell Exits and Warsh Takes the Helm
Jerome Powell concludes his tenure as Fed Chair amid market volatility and political tension, handing over temporary leadership to Kevin Warsh. The transition marks a potential end to the era of central bank transparency as Warsh advocates for a less communicative, more strategically-driven monetary policy.
The End of Transparency: Kevin Warsh Takes the Fed Helm Amidst an Institutional Civil War
Kevin Warsh has been confirmed as the new Federal Reserve Chair, ushering in a period of radical reform aimed at ending the era of central bank transparency. Outgoing Chair Jerome Powell has taken the rare step of remaining on the Board of Governors to safeguard the Fed's independence against potential political interference.
Powell’s Defiant Farewell: The End of an Era and the Battle for Fed Independence
Jerome Powell has stepped down as Fed Chair but will remain a Governor until 2028 to protect the bank's independence from political pressure. His tenure ends with a mixed legacy of record-low unemployment and missed inflation targets, while his successor Kevin Warsh faces a deeply partisan confirmation and a polarized board.
Powell’s Reprieve: Why the DOJ Dropped its Criminal Probe into the Fed
The U.S. Department of Justice has terminated a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell regarding billion-dollar cost overruns in headquarters renovations, shifting the inquiry to the Fed's internal Inspector General.