overnors are appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate to a single 14-year term.
someone appointed to fill an unexpired term can subsequently serve an additional full term.
Neither the executive or legislative branch can change or veto a Fed decision. But Congress does have oversight of the Fed and can pass legislation to add to or modify its duties.
The president does have the power to remove a member of the Board of Governors, but only for cause.
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