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First Hispanic Fed Governor Adriana Kugler Resigns, Returns to Academia

8/2/2025

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Adriana Kugler, the first Hispanic governor of the Federal Reserve Board, will step down on August 8, paving the way for President Trump to name her successor. Amidst Trump's ongoing criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell and his desire to reshape interest rate policies, Kugler is set to return to Georgetown University, reaffirming her dedication to public service.

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Adriana Kugler, the first Hispanic governor of the Federal Reserve Board, will step down on August 8, paving the way for President Trump to name her successor. Amidst Trump's ongoing criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell and his desire to reshape interest rate policies, Kugler is set to return to Georgetown University, reaffirming her dedication to public service.