Donald Trump is weighing a push from right-wing allies to nominate Kash Patel to lead the FBI, one of the clearest indications Trump plans to stick by his vow to fire Director Christopher Wray before his 10-year term ends and replace him with a loyalist.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said at an event that policymakers aren't in a rush to reach a "neutral" level for interest rates and will respond to economic data as it comes in.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said Thursday that he would not step down from his position if President-elect Donald Trump asked for his resignation. When asked by reporters if he would resign per Trump’s request, Powell simply said: “No.”