President Donald Trump’s unprecedented walk-through of the Federal Reserve’s now-controversial building renovation project with Jerome Powell ended with a sign of relief for the central bank chief who’s been under pressure for months to slash interest rates.

President Donald Trump told reporters he would not fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell despite growing tension between the two over interest rates.

President Trump on Thursday said there was “no tension” with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell during a visit to the central bank’s headquarters when asked about the energy of their meeting. “There was no tension.

Eyes were closed, heads were shaking and backs were slapped. The nonverbal cues at the president's visit to the Federal Reserve are worth another look.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said he will serve his full term, despite tensions with President Trump. The photo gained renewed attention amid broader discussions about Trump's past associations in July 2025.

In footage broadcast live on US television, the President attacked Powell over the 'very expensive' renovation of two buildings at the Fed's headquarters in Washington.

In a rare and awkward public encounter, President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell showcased their strained relationship during a visit to the Fed's headquarters.