Federal Reserve Chairman Powell: Letting the public understand what we are doing and why we are doing it can help our policies be more effective.

Fed Chairman Powell: Slowing balance sheet shrinkage has nothing to do with views on the economy.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell: By slowing down the pace, we are trying to further reduce the balance sheet without causing damage.

Fed Chairman Powell: At some point, we will slow down the pace of balance sheet reduction.

Fed Chairman Powell: Our fiscal path is unsustainable and the sooner we get back on track, the better.

Fed Chairman Powell: We will use our policy tools to achieve our designated goals.

Fed Chairman Powell: If the public believes you can lower inflation, it will be easier to achieve that goal.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell: Credibility on inflation and focusing on our work are crucial.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell: If we become politicized, we are no longer the Federal Reserve.

Fed Chairman Powell: There is no reason to think the economy is at or on the verge of recession.

Fed Chairman Powell: We have an opportunity to lower inflation amid a strong economy.

Fed Chairman Powell: It is crucial to achieve the 2% inflation target.

Fed Chairman Powell: We are now looking at inflation and employment risks.

Fed Chairman Powell: It is no longer appropriate to only consider inflation.

Fed Chairman Powell: We don’t make decisions based on the political calendar or anything like that. Integrity is crucial.

Fed Chairman Powell: We are making progress.

Fed Chairman Powell: Our "hand" is a "steady hand."