U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro responds to judge blocking subpoenas against Fed Chair Powell
CNBC Television
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March 13, 2026 at 08:31 PM UTC
Neutral
70% Confidence
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Key Points
- A judge blocked grand jury subpoenas against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
- The investigation concerned alleged 'questionable statements' and a 'one billion dollar' cost overrun for Fed headquarters renovations.
- U.S. Attorney Pirro asserts the decision 'neutered' the grand jury's ability to investigate and grants Powell 'immunity'.
AI Summary
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro criticizes a judge's decision to block grand jury subpoenas against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, preventing an investigation into alleged billion-dollar cost overruns at the Fed's headquarters. She argues this decision undermines accountability and legal authority.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Neutral | 70% |
| Consensus | Neutral | 70% |