A Trump advisor has publicly stated that Jerome Powell should leave the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve. This call comes after Powell vacated his position as chairman in May. The advisor’s statement signals continued tension between the former president’s camp and the Federal Reserve leadership. It remains unclear what impact, if any, this demand will have on the Federal Reserve's operations or Powell’s future. The statement adds to ongoing scrutiny of the Federal Reserve’s policies and its independence. Further details regarding the advisor’s reasoning have not been released, but the call for Powell’s departure is noteworthy given his recent transition from chairman.