JPMorgan Chase has hired Sarah Kapnick—NOAA's former chief scientist—as its global head of climate advisory. The move comes as the bank seeks to help clients understand and mitigate climate-related risks amid government cutbacks to federal climate data gathering.

At the Reagan National Economic Forum in California, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon called on the United States to stockpile guns, ammunition, drones, and rare earth elements instead of investing in bitcoin, framing it as an essential measure for national security.

JPMorgan Chase announced that its customers will soon be able to buy Bitcoin, following a successful test transaction on its blockchain platform, Kinexys. This move indicates the bank's effort to integrate decentralized technology into its traditional financial services.

Amid reports that the Trump administration has been privately tipping off Wall Street executives on impending India trade talks, JPMorgan Chase's CEO Jamie Dimon issued a warning that the trade war could damage U.S. credibility. His statement, noted in the context of broader concerns over transparency and insider advantages, marks a corporate signal countering authoritarian trade practices.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, alongside other financial leaders, warned that President Trump’s tariff policies could trigger a recession or spur inflation, signaling a public challenge against authoritarian economic measures.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that Trump's new tariff measures will weigh down the economy and raise prices, signaling corporate resistance to what many view as authoritarian trade policies.

In his annual shareholder letter, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that President Trump’s aggressive tariff strategy could slow economic growth and increase recession risks, marking a public stance against policies perceived as authoritarian.

The nomination of Michelle Bowman by President Trump to oversee the Federal Reserve's regulatory efforts is seen as a maneuver that may help shield large banks, including JPMorgan Chase, from stricter regulations. This event highlights the underlying dynamics of regulatory capture and political influence that contribute to the rise of authoritarian practices in financial governance.

Tracking of JPMorgan Chase's political contributions as monitored by American Democracy Scorecard, raising concerns about the bank's potential influence on democratic processes and alignment with authoritarian interests.

JPMorgan Chase brokers have made significant political contributions, including a $1 million donation to a PAC backing former President Donald Trump, signaling strong financial support for candidates linked to authoritarian practices.

JPMorgan Chase detailed its approach to political contributions, lobbying, and public policy, emphasizing transparency, compliance, and adherence to applicable laws. Despite these claims, the company's extensive involvement in political lobbying and contributions raises concerns about disproportionate corporate influence over democratic processes, potentially enabling systems that favor authoritarian corporate interests.