If Jerome Powell leaves the Federal Reserve Board, Donald Trump would gain a majority influence. Powell is currently the only governor appointed by presidents of both parties, having been named by Barack Obama, elevated by Trump, and reappointed by Joe Biden. Trump also appointed current governors Michelle Bowman and Christopher Waller, and is set to fill another seat with Kevin Warsh.

2026-04-30

If Jerome Powell leaves the Federal Reserve Board, Donald Trump would gain a majority influence. Powell is currently the only governor appointed by presidents of both parties, having been named by Barack Obama, elevated by Trump, and reappointed by Joe Biden. Trump also appointed current governors Michelle Bowman and Christopher Waller, and is set to fill another seat with Kevin Warsh.