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Judge Dismisses DOJ Probe Into Jerome Powell, Appeal Looms

3/15/2026

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Judge Dismisses Investigation

Federal judge dismissed the Justice Department's investigation into Jerome Powell, citing subpoenas aimed at resignation.
Judge James Boasberg criticized government motives, finding no Powell wrongdoing.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro plans to appeal, arguing the ruling undermines the grand jury.
The decision could delay confirmation of President Donald Trump's nominee, Kevin Warsh, as Powell’s replacement.
Outgoing Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) warned against the appeal, saying it would prolong the dispute.

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Judge Rules Appointments Illegal

A federal judge ruled the appointment of three officials to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for New Jersey illegal, citing violations of federal law, which could jeopardize thousands of criminal cases.
Judge Matthew Brann issued this warning amid turmoil in the office under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Trump nominated Sarah B. Rogers to replace Kari Lake at the U.S. Agency for Global Media after a judge deemed Lake's tenure illegal.
In Washington state, a federal judge upheld the denial of press passes to three conservative media figures, stating they did not qualify as bona fide journalists due to political involvement.

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Judge Dismisses Investigation

Federal judge dismissed the Justice Department's investigation into Jerome Powell, citing subpoenas aimed at resignation.
Judge James Boasberg criticized government motives, finding no Powell wrongdoing.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro plans to appeal, arguing the ruling undermines the grand jury.
The decision could delay confirmation of President Donald Trump's nominee, Kevin Warsh, as Powell’s replacement.
Outgoing Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) warned against the appeal, saying it would prolong the dispute.

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