Trending Now - Trump Faces Legal Challenges as SEC Chief Resigns and Powell Stays
WHO:
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for D.C.
Jerome H. Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Judge James E. Boasberg, chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
John Lauro, Trump's former defense lawyer.
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for D.C.
John Lauro, former defense lawyer for Trump.
Paul Krugman, liberal economist.
Stephen Miller, founder of America First Legal.
Jim Jordan, House Judiciary Committee Chairman.
Thom Tillis, Republican Senator from North Carolina.
Jerome H. Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Kevin Warsh, Trump's pick to succeed Powell as Federal Reserve Chair.
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for D.C., described Judge Boasberg's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
President Donald Trump accused Judge Boasberg of being "a Wacky, Nasty, Crooked, and totally Out of Control Judge" in a Truth Social post.
Judge James E. Boasberg, chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for D.C., described Judge Boasberg's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
President Donald Trump accused Judge Boasberg of being "a Wacky, Nasty, Crooked, and totally Out of Control Judge" in a Truth Social post.
Judge James E. Boasberg, chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for D.C., described Judge Boasberg's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
Paul Krugman, liberal economist, warned that Trump's actions could risk a major financial crisis.
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for D.C.
Stephen Miller, founder of America First Legal
Jim Jordan, House Judiciary Committee Chairman
David Spunt, Fox News national correspondent
Will Scolinos, legal counsel for America First Legal
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for D.C.
Paul Krugman, liberal economist
Michael S. Schmidt, reporter for the New York Times
Alan Feuer, reporter for the New York Times
Kevin Warsh, Trump's pick to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair
Thom Tillis, Republican Senator from North Carolina
President Donald Trump
Judge James Boasberg, chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Jerome H. Powell, chair of the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System
Jeanine Pirro, U.S. attorney overseeing the case
WHAT:
Trump accused Judge Boasberg of "exhibiting bias against the GOP and his administration" in a Truth Social post on March 13th, 2026.
Judge Boasberg ruled that the subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve were "blatantly pretextural" and intended to harass Powell.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on March 15th, 2026, arguing that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard."
The estimated cost of the Federal Reserve's renovations is over $1 billion.
Trump accused Judge Boasberg of "exhibiting bias against the GOP and his administration" in a Truth Social post.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026, arguing that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard, erred with respect to certain facts, and overlooked other relevant facts."
The Justice Department stated that the subpoenas sought materials related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to be over $1 billion.
Judge Boasberg's ruling stated that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and were intended to harass Powell.
The court found no evidence that Powell committed any crime other than displeasing Trump.
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The U.S. attorney overseeing the case, Jeanine Pirro, has vowed to appeal the decision and cast Judge Boasberg as an activist.
Trump stated that Boasberg "has been ‘after’ my people, and me, for years."
Boasberg's ruling stated that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and were intended to harass Powell.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration argues that a subpoena should be allowed when there is even a "reasonable possibility" that the category of materials sought will produce relevant information.
The Justice Department stated that the subpoenas sought materials related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to be over $1 billion.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026, arguing that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard, erred with respect to certain facts, and overlooked other relevant facts."
America First Legal reported over 200 active cases challenging various Trump administration policies, with many lawsuits filed by states like California, Colorado, Minnesota, and New York.
Judge James E. Boasberg quashed grand jury subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations and Powell's testimony, stating they were "blatantly pretextural."
The court found no evidence that Powell committed any crime other than displeasing Trump.
Trump's campaign against Jerome Powell is criticized for potentially risking a major financial crisis.
Trump accused Judge Boasberg of "suffering from the highest level of Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS)" in a Truth Social post.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026, arguing that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard, erred with respect to certain facts, and overlooked other relevant facts."
The Justice Department stated that the subpoenas sought materials related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to be over $1 billion.
America First Legal reported over 200 active cases challenging various Trump administration policies, with many lawsuits filed by states like California, Colorado, Minnesota, and New York.
Trump's campaign against Jerome Powell is criticized for potentially risking a major financial crisis.
Judge James E. Boasberg quashed grand jury subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations and Powell's testimony, stating they were "blatantly pretextural."
The estimated cost of the Federal Reserve's renovations is over $1 billion.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration argues that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard" regarding the subpoenas.
Trump accused Judge Boasberg of bias against the GOP and his administration in a Truth Social post.
Trump described Boasberg as "a Wacky, Nasty, Crooked, and totally Out of Control Judge."
Trump called for Boasberg's removal from all cases pertaining to him and his administration.
Boasberg blocked subpoenas against Jerome Powell related to a case involving the Federal Reserve.
Boasberg's ruling stated that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and were intended to harass Powell.
The court found no evidence that Powell committed any crime other than displeasing Trump.
Trump's campaign against Powell faced criticism from economists and legal scholars.
Trump stated that Boasberg "has been ‘after’ my people, and me, for years."
Boasberg's ruling stated that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and were intended to harass Powell.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration argues that a subpoena should be allowed when there is even a "reasonable possibility" that the category of materials sought will produce relevant information.
Trump's campaign against Jerome Powell is criticized for potentially risking a major financial crisis.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration argues that a subpoena should be allowed when there is even a "reasonable possibility" that the category of materials sought will produce relevant information.
The Justice Department stated that the subpoenas sought materials related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to be over $1 billion.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026, arguing that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard, erred with respect to certain facts, and overlooked other relevant facts."
The Justice Department stated that the subpoenas sought materials related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to be over $1 billion.
America First Legal reported over 200 active cases challenging various Trump administration policies, with many lawsuits filed by states like California, Colorado, Minnesota, and New York.
Judge James E. Boasberg quashed grand jury subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations and Powell's testimony, stating they were "blatantly pretextural."
The court found no evidence that Powell committed any crime other than displeasing Trump.
Trump accused Judge Boasberg of "suffering from the highest level of Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS)" in a Truth Social post.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026, arguing that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard, erred with respect to certain facts, and overlooked other relevant facts."
The Justice Department stated that the subpoenas sought materials related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to be over $1 billion.
America First Legal reported over 200 active cases challenging various Trump administration policies, with many lawsuits filed by states like California, Colorado, Minnesota, and New York.
Trump's campaign against Jerome Powell is criticized for potentially risking a major financial crisis.
Judge James E. Boasberg quashed grand jury subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations and Powell's testimony, stating they were "blatantly pretextural."
The estimated cost of the Federal Reserve's renovations is over $1 billion.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration argues that the court "applied an incorrect legal standard" regarding the subpoenas.
Trump accused Judge Boasberg of bias against the GOP and his administration in a Truth Social post.
Trump described Boasberg as "a Wacky, Nasty, Crooked, and totally Out of Control Judge."
Trump called for Boasberg's removal from all cases pertaining to him and his administration.
Boasberg blocked subpoenas against Jerome Powell related to a case involving the Federal Reserve.
Boasberg's ruling stated that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and were intended to harass Powell.
The court found no evidence that Powell committed any crime other than displeasing Trump.
Trump's campaign against Powell faced criticism from economists and legal scholars.
WHERE:
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Trump National Doral in Miami, Florida
WHEN:
The ruling by Judge Boasberg occurred on March 13th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on March 15th, 2026.
Trump's Truth Social post was made on Sunday, March 13th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15th, 2026.
Trump's Truth Social post was made on Sunday, March 13th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15th, 2026.
Trump's Truth Social post was made on Sunday, March 13th, 2026.
Boasberg's ruling occurred on Friday, March 13th, 2026.
The articles were published on March 16th, 2026.
Trump's Truth Social post was made on Sunday, March 13th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration was submitted on Monday, March 15th, 2026.
Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15th, 2026.
Trump's Truth Social post was made on Sunday, March 13th, 2026.
Boasberg's ruling occurred on Friday, March 13th, 2026.
The articles were published on March 16th, 2026.
WHY:
Trump's campaign against Powell is criticized for potentially risking a major financial crisis due to disagreements over interest rates.
Trump's campaign against Powell is criticized for potentially risking a major financial crisis.
Trump's efforts to investigate Powell are seen as an attempt to compromise the independence of the Federal Reserve due to disagreements over interest rates.
Trump's efforts to investigate Powell are seen as an attempt to compromise the independence of the Federal Reserve due to disagreements over interest rates.
America First Legal claims that Democrat-controlled states are filing lawsuits against the Trump administration without concrete evidence to support their claims.
Trump's efforts to investigate Powell are seen as an attempt to compromise the independence of the Federal Reserve due to disagreements over interest rates.
America First Legal claims that Democrat-controlled states are filing lawsuits against the Trump administration without concrete evidence to support their claims.
Trump's efforts to investigate Powell are seen as an attempt to compromise the independence of the Federal Reserve due to disagreements over interest rates.
Trump is frustrated with Powell for not lowering interest rates as he desires.
Trump claims Boasberg has displayed extreme partisan bias against Republicans and the Trump Administration.
Trump's efforts to investigate Powell are seen as an attempt to compromise the independence of the Federal Reserve due to disagreements over interest rates.
America First Legal claims that Democrat-controlled states are filing lawsuits against the Trump administration without concrete evidence to support their claims.
America First Legal claims that Democrat-controlled states are filing lawsuits against the Trump administration without concrete evidence to support their claims.
Trump's efforts to investigate Powell are seen as an attempt to compromise the independence of the Federal Reserve due to disagreements over interest rates.
America First Legal claims that Democrat-controlled states are filing lawsuits against the Trump administration without concrete evidence to support their claims.
Trump's efforts to investigate Powell are seen as an attempt to compromise the independence of the Federal Reserve due to disagreements over interest rates.
Trump is frustrated with Powell for not lowering interest rates as he desires.
Trump claims Boasberg has displayed extreme partisan bias against Republicans and the Trump Administration.
HOW:
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
Trump utilized Truth Social to express his views and call for Boasberg's removal.
The Justice Department, led by Trump ally Jeanine Pirro, is attempting to appeal Boasberg's decision.
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge Boasberg's ruling, with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro describing the judge's order as "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge."
Trump utilized Truth Social to express his views and call for Boasberg's removal.
The Justice Department, led by Trump ally Jeanine Pirro, is attempting to appeal Boasberg's decision.
(UPDATED March 17, 2026 13:23 UTC)
In a recent Truth Social post, Trump accused Judge James E. Boasberg of bias against the GOP and his administration, following Boasberg's ruling that the subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve were "blatantly pretextural" and intended to harass Chair Jerome H. Powell. The Justice Department submitted a motion for reconsideration on March 15, arguing that the court applied an incorrect legal standard, while Pirro called the judge's order "outrageous" and labeled him an "activist judge." Meanwhile, the estimated cost of renovations at the Federal Reserve has now surpassed $1 billion, raising concerns about the potential financial implications of Trump's ongoing campaign against Powell.
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(UPDATED March 17, 2026 11:14 UTC)
In a recent Truth Social post, Trump accused Judge Boasberg of bias against the GOP and his administration, following a ruling that deemed subpoenas related to Federal Reserve renovations as improper and intended to harass Chair Jerome Powell. The Justice Department submitted a motion for reconsideration on Monday, arguing that the court made errors in its ruling and plans to appeal, with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro labeling the judge's order as "outrageous." As Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair is set to expire on May 15, concerns are rising that Trump's campaign against him could jeopardize the independence of the Federal Reserve and risk a financial crisis.
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(UPDATED March 17, 2026 09:14 UTC)
The Justice Department plans to appeal Judge James E. Boasberg's ruling, which quashed grand jury subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations and the testimony of Jerome Powell, with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro calling the order "outrageous" and an act of an "activist judge." In a Truth Social post, Trump accused Boasberg of bias and described him as "a Wacky, Nasty, Crooked, and totally Out of Control Judge," asserting that he has been targeting him and his associates for years. The Justice Department's motion for reconsideration, submitted last Monday, argues that the court applied an incorrect legal standard and failed to recognize relevant facts regarding the subpoenas, which sought materials related to the Federal Reserve's renovations estimated to cost over $1 billion.
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(UPDATED March 17, 2026 07:20 UTC)
In a recent turn of events, President Trump took to Truth Social on Sunday to criticize Judge James E. Boasberg, calling him "a Wacky, Nasty, Crooked, and totally Out of Control Judge," and claiming that Boasberg has been targeting him and his associates for years. The Justice Department has submitted a motion for reconsideration of Boasberg's ruling, which stated that subpoenas issued against Trump's former aide, Powell, were intended to harass her, while Pirro labeled the judge's order as "outrageous." The Justice Department plans to appeal this ruling, as Trump's actions are viewed as an attempt to undermine the independence of the Federal Reserve amid ongoing disagreements over interest rates.
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(UPDATED March 17, 2026 01:27 UTC)
In a significant legal development, the Justice Department submitted a motion for reconsideration on Monday regarding subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to exceed $1 billion. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro criticized Judge Boasberg's ruling as "outrageous," while economist Paul Krugman warned that Trump's campaign against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell could potentially lead to a major financial crisis. As Powell's term is set to expire on May 15, the Justice Department plans to appeal the judge's decision amidst claims from America First Legal that lawsuits against the Trump administration lack concrete evidence.
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(UPDATED March 16, 2026 23:09 UTC)
The Justice Department submitted a motion for reconsideration on Monday, arguing that a recent ruling by Judge James E. Boasberg, which quashed grand jury subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, was based on an incorrect legal standard. America First Legal has reported over 200 active cases challenging various Trump administration policies, with many lawsuits coming from states like California and New York, while Trump’s efforts to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell are seen as attempts to undermine the Fed's independence. The Justice Department plans to appeal Boasberg's ruling, with U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro calling the judge's order "outrageous" and labeling him an "activist judge."
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(UPDATED March 16, 2026 21:09 UTC)
In a recent Truth Social post, Trump accused Judge Boasberg of suffering from "the highest level of Trump Derangement Syndrome." The Justice Department submitted a motion for reconsideration on Monday, arguing that the court made errors regarding legal standards and overlooked relevant facts, particularly concerning subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations, which are estimated to exceed $1 billion. Meanwhile, America First Legal reported that over 200 active cases are challenging various Trump administration policies, with many lawsuits filed by Democrat-controlled states that they claim lack concrete evidence.
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(UPDATED March 16, 2026 19:21 UTC)
Today, President Trump's campaign against Jerome Powell is facing criticism for potentially risking a major financial crisis, as the Justice Department submitted a motion for reconsideration on Monday regarding Judge James E. Boasberg's ruling that quashed grand jury subpoenas related to the Federal Reserve's renovations. The estimated cost of these renovations exceeds $1 billion, and the Justice Department argues that the court applied an incorrect legal standard in its decision. Meanwhile, Trump's efforts to investigate Powell, whose term as Federal Reserve Chair expires on May 15, are viewed as attempts to undermine the independence of the Federal Reserve amid ongoing disagreements over interest rates.
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(UPDATED March 16, 2026 17:22 UTC)
In a recent Truth Social post, Trump accused Judge James Boasberg of bias against the GOP and called for his removal from all cases involving him and his administration, labeling Boasberg as "a Wacky, Nasty, Crooked, and totally Out of Control Judge." This comes after Boasberg blocked subpoenas against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, stating they were issued for an improper purpose and intended to harass Powell, with the court finding no evidence of wrongdoing on his part. Meanwhile, the Justice Department, led by Trump ally Jeanine Pirro, is working to appeal Boasberg's decision, as Trump continues to express frustration over Powell's handling of interest rates.