[Federal Reserve Governor Milan: Gold's New High Is Irrelevant, Emphasizes Independence] Federal Reserve Governor Milan stated that he does not care about gold reaching a record high, emphasizing the importance of the Federal Reserve's independence. He noted that policymaking should be based on its mission rather than the electoral calendar. He also mentioned that it is crucial to keep the Federal Reserve free from political influence and to avoid extending its mission into the realms of climate and racial politics.