Last mentioned: Mar 23, 2026
Court Ruling
The court issues a final ruling blocking the subpoenas and reinforcing the apex doctrine for federal regulators.
Motion to Quash
Federal Reserve legal counsel files a motion to quash the subpoena, citing high-ranking official immunity.
Subpoena Filed
Initial subpoena filed against Jerome Powell by undisclosed litigants seeking testimony on central bank policy.
A federal court has quashed attempts to subpoena Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, reinforcing the legal protections afforded to high-ranking government officials. The ruling prevents Powell from being compelled to provide testimony in ongoing litigation, citing the potential for such depositions to disrupt central bank operations.
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