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DOJ Opens Criminal Investigation Into Fed Chair Powell
Laura Coates Live
Jan 13, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has told people that he is unhappy with the decision to criminally investigate Fed Chair Jerome Powell, a source with knowledge of the matter told CNN. Bessent has expressed concern that the decision will negatively impact the markets.