Trump reportedly considered firing Fed Chair Powell over rate policy and budget issues, raising legal speculation about a potential replacement.

Markets Edge Higher as Trump Weighs Powell Replacement ... Trump’s comments even questioned Powell’s mental capacity, adding fuel to speculation about a leadership change at the central bank.

Replacement speculation. As Powell’s succession creeps up the political agenda, analysts have begun speculating about who Trump has in mind.

Trump eyes early Powell replacement, boosting rate cut odds. ... Trump Criticizes Powell Amid Rate Cut Speculation. Trump called Powell “terrible” for not aggressively cutting interest rates.