“News Wrap: Powell Cleared, Pentagon Cuts Generals, Ukraine Strikes” — what this page in the network covers. In our news wrap Wednesday, the Federal Reserve's Inspector General found no criminal activity by former Chair Jerome Powell related to the renovation of the central bank's headquarters. The finding clears Powell of any wrongdoing and brings closure to a months-long investigation. Meanwhile, Pete Hegseth announced that the Pentagon will cut the number of its generals and admirals by roughly 20%, a significant restructuring of the military's leadership. In other news, Ukrainian officials say Russian strikes killed at least seven people, including a child.
The attacks have intensified in recent weeks, prompting international condemnation. The news wrap provides a concise roundup of these and other important stories from around the globe. Each segment is delivered with PBS News Hour's trademark depth and clarity, ensuring viewers stay informed about the most pressing issues of the day. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.