Powell: Focus on the Federal Reserve's duties, not affected by Trump's attacks.

At the European Central Bank event held in Portugal, someone asked Federal Reserve Chairman Powell, "Does the frequent personal attacks by President Trump increase the difficulty of your work?" In response, Powell stated: "I only focus on doing my job well. It is important to use our tools to achieve the goals set by Congress: maximum employment, price stability, and financial stability. This is what we are 100% focused on." The audience on site, including other attendees such as European Central Bank President Lagarde, responded with applause. When later asked whether he would remain at the Federal Reserve after his term ends in May next year, Powell said he had no comment on that today.