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Trump's next Fed chair pick already comes with a credibility problem
If leading the Federal Reserve isn’t challenging enough, the next central bank chair will face an additional burden.
Trump's 'I Like You Better' Sparks Talk Of Bessent As Next Fed Chief
Trump tells Bessent, "I like you better," a comment many interpreted as a public signal of Bessent's rising likelihood as a ...
Most Fed Officials Expect 2025 Rate Cuts Despite Tariff Inflation Concerns, Minutes Show
The minutes reveal more closely the behind closed doors thinking between the U.S.’ top policymakers with the Fed under barrage from the White House.
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Are Jerome Powell’s Days as Federal Reserve Chair Numbered?
Jerome Powell’s cautious rate policy sparks fierce criticism and succession talks, putting his Fed Chair tenure under unprecedented scrutiny.
Fed Chair Powell Blames Trump’s Tariffs for Steady Interest Rates: ‘We Didn’t Overreact’
In comments at the European Central Bank annual forum, Powell responded to the president’s frequent attacks on him.
As Trump ramps up attacks on the Federal Reserve, Chair Powell refuses to change course
“The board just sits there and watches, so they are equally to blame,” Trump said. The attack on the board ratchets up ...
Fed Chair Jerome Powell blames Trump tariffs for high interest rates
The central bank chief said he believes the Fed board would have decided to lower rates further until Trump launched his ...