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Fact check: Did Biden have any role in Powell's appointment as Federal Reserve Chair?
Checked on July 23, 2025
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What is the process for appointing a Federal Reserve Chair?
Did Biden endorse Powell's reappointment as Federal Reserve Chair in 2022?
How does the Federal Reserve Chair impact the US economy?
What were the key factors in Biden's decision to reappoint Powell or consider alternative candidates?
How does the Federal Reserve Chair interact with the US President on economic policy?