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Judge Dismisses DOJ Subpoena, Cites Trump's Pressure on Powell

3/13/2026

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Federal Judge James Boasberg dismissed Department of Justice (DOJ) subpoena of Jerome Powell, saying it reflected President Donald Trump’s effort to pressure Powell to cut rates.
Boasberg noted Trump's criticisms of Powell indicated a motive to harass him.
The ruling cited lack of evidence and described the probe as politically motivated.
Jeanine Pirro condemned the decision, and the ruling may affect Donald Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to replace Powell.

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Federal Judge James Boasberg dismissed Department of Justice (DOJ) subpoena of Jerome Powell, saying it reflected President Donald Trump’s effort to pressure Powell to cut rates.
Boasberg noted Trump's criticisms of Powell indicated a motive to harass him.
The ruling cited lack of evidence and described the probe as politically motivated.
Jeanine Pirro condemned the decision, and the ruling may affect Donald Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to replace Powell.