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Core Viewpoint - The ongoing investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell may influence his decision to remain on the board after his term ends in May, amidst President Trump's attempts to pressure the Fed for interest rate cuts [1][8]. Group 1: Powell's Tenure and Market Reactions - Following the investigation news, the probability of Powell leaving the Federal Reserve by May 30 has dropped from 74% to 45%, and the likelihood of him leaving by the end of the year has decreased from 85% to 62% [1][3]. - Market participants are increasingly speculating that Powell may stay on the board for an extended period, potentially until 2028, to uphold the Fed's independence [8][10]. Group 2: Political Pressure and Implications - The pressure exerted on Powell by Trump may backfire, as premature interest rate cuts could lead to rising inflation, undermining the Fed's credibility [8]. - The investigation has brought the issue of the Fed's independence to the forefront, with Powell's potential decision to remain seen as a move to protect that independence [8][10]. Group 3: Nomination Dynamics - The probability of Kevin Hassett being nominated as the next Fed Chair has diminished, with Kevin Warsh gaining more support among potential candidates [4][7]. - Trump's proposal to nominate Hassett faces increasing challenges in the Senate, particularly due to Hassett's support for aggressive rate cuts [8][9].