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Wall Street JournalSaturday, 25 April 2026
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DOJ Drops Investigation of Powell
Reversal is designed to clear opposition to Senate approval of Warsh to lead Fed
Frames the cessation of a criminal investigation not primarily as a legal exoneration, but as a calculated political maneuver to facilitate leadership succession at the Federal Reserve.
The Justice Department has ended a criminal inquiry into current Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The paper reports this decision is intended to remove a major political obstacle slowing down the Senate confirmation of his intended successor, Kevin Warsh.
“Reversal is designed to clear opposition”
“Analytical and institutionally focused”
Iran Divisions Frustrate Peace Efforts
Tensions between Iranian leaders over talks with the U.S. spilled into the open this week, highlighting how difficult it will be for President Trump to secure the diplomatic win he wants to end the war.
Highlights internal disagreements within Iran's leadership that are complicating diplomatic negotiations with the U.S. and its allies.
Prediction Markets Face Fresh Scrutiny
Examines growing regulatory pressure on betting platforms following an arrest related to insider trading.
Breakthrough Heart Procedure Comes With Risky Tradeoffs
New valves save lives, but don’t last as long as some hoped
Offers a measured assessment of a new medical innovation, weighing its life-saving capabilities against severe potential side effects.
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