Biden Claims No Contact with Fed Chair Powell Since Presidency on September 19, 2024

Sep 19, 2024, 06:00 PM

On September 19, 2024, President Joe Biden stated that he has not spoken to Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell since he became President. This claim has sparked controversy as there have been several reported meetings between Biden and Powell in the Oval Office. Biden emphasized the importance of the Fed's independence, yet his statement contradicts documented interactions with Powell.