American Banker Newspaper BankThink: Powell is right to stay at the Fed; the central bank needs continuity. By William Michael Cunningham Published May 01, 2026, 7:30 a.m. EDT Jerome Powell has indicated that he will buck tradition by remaining on the Federal Reserve Board after his term as chair expires. Bloomberg News • Key insight: Jerome Powell's decision to remain on the Federal Reserve Board is not a break with tradition for its own sake. It is a response to conditions that justify it. • What's at stake: Recent developments make clear that the institutional guardrails surrounding the Federal Reserve System are being actively tested. • Forward look: By choosing to remain at the Fed, Powell is reinforcing the principle that central bank independence is a core institutional requirement that must be actively protected. This week marks a pivotal moment for the Federal Reserve. With Kevin Warsh advancing toward confirmation and Jerome Powell concluding what is likely h...
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