Democracy Dies in Darkness
Stephen Miran served on the Board of Governors, even while taking a leave from the White House. On July 5, 2026, an event unfolded at 3:44 p.m. EDT, marking a pivotal moment.
Stephen Miran’s involvement as a nominee for the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve was highlighted during a Senate Banking Committee hearing in September 2025. The testimony, captured in an image by Mariam Zuhaib/AP, is significant.
Noteworthy is the enduring principle that Federal Reserve governors cannot be dismissed at the president’s discretion. A recent Supreme Court decision has been perceived as a victory for maintaining sound monetary policy.
Nonetheless, challenges persist. President Donald Trump’s attempts, such as the effort to remove Lisa Cook, underscore ways in which the core principle of central bank independence has faced weakening.
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