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Judge Quashes Subpoenas Against Fed Chair, Trump Nominee Faces Block

3/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

U.S. Judge James Boasberg quashed subpoenas against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, finding they were harassment and lacked evidence of crime.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said she will appeal, arguing the ruling undermines the grand jury's authority.
U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Powell, but Sen. Thom Tillis vowed to block nominations until the investigation ends.
The ruling creates uncertainty over Fed leadership amid the ongoing probe.

History

Historical Context

The 1974 Supreme Court ruling in U.S. v. Nixon mandated President Nixon to release tapes related to the Watergate scandal, reinforcing that no one is above the law. This landmark decision, which occurred during Nixon's impeachment process, established limits on presidential executive privilege. Judge James Boasberg's recent ruling reflects this ongoing struggle for accountability within U.S. governance, echoing historical tensions between the judiciary and executive branches.

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Story summary

U.S. Judge James Boasberg quashed subpoenas against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, finding they were harassment and lacked evidence of crime.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said she will appeal, arguing the ruling undermines the grand jury's authority.
U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Powell, but Sen. Thom Tillis vowed to block nominations until the investigation ends.
The ruling creates uncertainty over Fed leadership amid the ongoing probe.

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