Group 1 - The article discusses the significant uncertainty surrounding Kevin Walsh's potential appointment as the new Federal Reserve Chairman, following Trump's push for a criminal investigation into current Chairman Jerome Powell [1] - The investigation into Powell, related to issues with the Federal Reserve headquarters renovation, has sparked strong backlash in Congress, with key Republican Senator Thom Tillis stating he will block any Fed Chairman nominations until the investigation concludes [1] - Trump has publicly accused Powell of serious misconduct and indicated he is willing to wait until Tillis retires in 2027 to push for Walsh's confirmation [1] Group 2 - If Walsh is not approved by May 15, there will be a legal dilemma regarding who will appoint an interim chairman for the Federal Reserve, as existing laws do not provide a clear answer [1] - The ongoing investigation not only delays Trump's desired shift in monetary policy but also heightens market concerns about the political interference in the independence of the Federal Reserve [1] - Several Republican and Democratic lawmakers have expressed support for delaying Walsh's nomination until the investigation is definitively concluded [1]
美联储新主席“未上岗先受阻”，特朗普算盘被打乱
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