President Trump expressed urgency in terminating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, criticizing the delay in interest rate cuts.Powell's term as chair lasts until May 2026, and as a governor until February 2028.Trump's comments on Powell's termination raised concerns about the central bank's independence from the White House.There is ambiguity whether Trump referred to the scheduled end of Powell's term or sought immediate removal.Powell emphasized the Fed's independence and the need for clarity in monetary policy decisions.Treasury Secretary indicated a timeline of roughly six months for considering Powell's successor.Trump's criticism on Powell's decision-making echoed sentiments from his first term, raising debates on Fed independence.Trump's focus on tariffs, oil prices, and inflation challenges highlighted potential economic impacts.Powell reiterated the importance of anchoring longer-term inflation expectations amid tariff concerns.US stocks reacted to Powell's remarks, with futures showing mixed trends following the comments.