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Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna of Florida has formally referred Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to the Department of Justice (DOJ), alleging he committed perjury during sworn testimony on two separate occasions.
According to a letter first obtained by Fox News and reviewed by Newsweek, Luna, a staunch ally of President Donald Trump, is accusing Powell of lying under oath, urging the DOJ to pursue criminal charges.
The move comes amid ongoing pressure from conservative allies of President Trump, who continue to call for Powell’s removal before his current term ends in mid-2026. Powell was originally appointed by Trump.
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