# Fed chief

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-14**: Judicial Ruling — A federal judge blocks the subpoenas, halting the DOJ's immediate access to the requested materials.
- **2026-03-14**: Judge Blocks Subpoenas — A federal judge rules in favor of the Fed, blocking the DOJ's subpoenas and halting the immediate collection of evidence.
- **2026-02-10**: Fed Files Motion — The Federal Reserve files a legal motion to block the subpoenas, citing executive privilege and institutional independence.
- **2026-02**: Motion to Quash — Federal Reserve legal counsel files a motion to block the subpoenas, citing central bank independence.
- **2026-01-20**: Subpoenas Issued — DOJ issues formal subpoenas for documents related to Fed policy decisions and potential conflicts of interest.
- **2026-01**: Subpoenas Issued — The DOJ issues formal subpoenas for a wide range of documents and communications.
- **2025-11-15**: Investigation Opened — The US Justice Department opens a probe into the Federal Reserve chief's internal communications.
- **2025**: Inquiry Initiated — DOJ opens a preliminary inquiry into the Federal Reserve Chair's conduct.

## Recent coverage (2 stories, network-wide)

### Judge Blocks DOJ Subpoenas in High-Stakes Probe of Federal Reserve Chief
2026-03-14 14:20:25 · Sector: finance · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 6

A federal judge has halted the US Justice Department's attempt to subpoena records from the Federal Reserve chief, citing the critical importance of central bank independence. The ruling provides a significant legal shield for the Fed as it faces unprecedented scrutiny from the executive branch.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/judge-blocks-doj-subpoenas-fed-probe

### Judge Blocks DOJ Subpoenas in High-Stakes Probe of Federal Reserve Chair
2026-03-14 14:17:18 · Sector: legal · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 6

A federal judge has issued a critical ruling blocking subpoenas from the U.S. Department of Justice targeting the Chair of the Federal Reserve. The decision marks a significant victory for central bank independence and sets a major legal precedent regarding executive branch oversight of independent agencies.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/judge-blocks-doj-subpoenas-fed-probe

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