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The Trump administration is pushing for significant changes in the Federal Reserves oversight of Wall Street banks, aiming to ease post-2008 financial crisis regulations. This includes greater influence in rule-making and supervision. The White House issued an order for regulatory rule reviews, and Treasury officials have pressed for quicker changes. If former Fed governor Kevin Warsh replaces Chair Jerome Powell, these efforts could advance. However, former Fed officials warn this could expose supervision to political pressure and Wall Street influence, risking financial system safety. The Fed has also dropped initiatives on climate risks and bank reputational issues. Recent staffing shifts, including hires from the banking industry, add to the changes. Tensions between Treasury and the Fed persist, raising questions about the extent of regulatory independence amid calls for reform and coordination.

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