Powell participates in a discussion at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C.

Jerome Powell delivered his final press conference as chair of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in April 2026. During the meeting, Powell expressed his intent to remain on the board. While keeping interest rates steady,

Federal Reserve policymakers left interest rates unchanged in April amid concerns about elevated inflation and as Fed Chair Jerome Powell's term as central bank chairman draws to a close.

The Fed held rates steady and Jerome Powell confirmed he plans to step aside as chair May 15, but said he'll remain on the Fed's Board of Governors.

Fed chief Jerome Powell said he will remain as a governor on the central bank's board after his term as chair ends on May 15.

Powell said he will remain on the Fed’s board after Kevin Warsh becomes chair for a yet-to-be-determined interval amid concerns that legal attacks “are battering the institution.”

The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged following its meeting and Chair Jerome Powell who term as leader expires next month, said he would remain on the board of governors to protect the independence of the central bank.

Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell says he will serve out his term on the board after his leadership role ends.