A fake resignation letter, apparently generated by AI and purporting to be from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, went viral on social media, leading to confusion among politicians and market participants.
Republican Senator Mike Lee of Utah shared the letter on X (formerly Twitter) before quickly deleting it after realizing it was a hoax. The incident briefly caused spikes in cryptocurrency prices, as rumors of Powell's resignation spread rapidly. The episode highlights the growing risks of AI-generated misinformation in politics and financial markets.
Fact-checkers and officials confirmed that Powell has not resigned, and the letter was entirely fabricated.
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