PBS News Hour
05/15/2026
HKS Authors
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Frank and Denie Weil Director of the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government
Aetna Professor of the Practice of Economic Policy
Abstract
Jerome Powell’s eight-year role leading the Federal Reserve is over. His term will be remembered as one of the most turbulent and politically charged in the central bank’s history. William Brangham discussed Powell’s impact and legacy with Jason Furman.
Citation
Furman, Jason. "Jerome Powell's impact and legacy at the Federal Reserve." PBS News Hour, 05/15/2026.