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Judge Blocks Subpoenas in Powell Investigation, Delaying Warsh's Confirmation

4/4/2026

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Judge James Boasberg upheld his order blocking subpoenas in the Powell investigation.
The subpoenas, issued by prosecutor Jeanine Pirro, targeted potential Fed cost overruns.
The Justice Department's bid to reconsider the ruling was rejected for lack of new evidence.
An appeal could delay Kevin Warsh's confirmation, as President Donald Trump nominates to succeed Powell.

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Judge James Boasberg upheld his order blocking subpoenas in the Powell investigation.
The subpoenas, issued by prosecutor Jeanine Pirro, targeted potential Fed cost overruns.
The Justice Department's bid to reconsider the ruling was rejected for lack of new evidence.
An appeal could delay Kevin Warsh's confirmation, as President Donald Trump nominates to succeed Powell.