The US Department of Justice has ended the ongoing criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The dropping of the investigation is considered a significant development in the financial sector and political circles. It is noted that this step could pave the way for the Senate approval of Kevin Warsh, who was nominated by President Donald Trump to replace Powell. Official statements regarding the matter did not detail the reasons for ending the investigation. The effects of this development on financial markets and political balances are being closely monitored.