Justice Department drops Jerome Powell investigation
CBS News
Last updated: April 25, 2026
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has announced the conclusion of a Justice Department investigation concerning Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The investigation has been officially dropped.
The Justice Department, under the direction of U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro, has ceased its investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The specifics of the investigation were not detailed in the announcement. This decision signifies the closure of a potentially high-profile inquiry.
This development means that Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell will no longer be the subject of this particular Justice Department investigation. No further actions are expected from the department regarding this matter.
