Last mentioned: Mar 25, 2026
Expected Ruling
The Supreme Court is expected to issue a final decision by the end of its current term.
SCOTUS Oral Arguments
The US Supreme Court hears arguments in the appeal of the lower court's ruling against metering.
Court Ruling
Judge Boasberg quashes the subpoenas, citing political pretext.
Subpoenas Issued
DOJ issues subpoenas to Jerome Powell for testimony and documents.
DOJ Investigation
The Justice Department opens a probe into Federal Reserve leadership.
Escalating Rhetoric
President Trump increases public criticism of Fed interest rate policy.
Policy Revival
Donald Trump returns to the presidency and moves to revive and defend the metering policy.
Policy Rescinded
The Biden administration officially drops the 'metering' policy for asylum seekers.
The US Supreme Court signaled a likely victory for the Trump administration in a case concerning the 'metering' of asylum seekers at the US-Mexico border. The justices' questioning focused on the legal definition of 'arriving' in the US, potentially granting the government broad authority to delay processing claims when border facilities are over capacity.
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg has quashed Justice Department subpoenas targeting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, citing evidence that the investigation was a pretext to influence monetary policy. The ruling represents a major legal victory for central bank independence amid escalating tensions between the White House and the Fed.
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