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Trump’s Withering Criticism of Powell Puts Fed Decisions Under Microscope

The central bank is poised to hold interest rates steady this month, but there could be a path to cut as early as September.

The Associated Press on MSN · 46m

Trump's attacks on Powell threaten the Fed's independence. Here's why it matters

If investors start to worry the Fed is no longer independent, fewer may buy U.S. bonds, which would push up the interest rate on those bonds and lift borrowing costs more broadly.

Seeking Alpha · 20h

Higher Long-Term Interest Rates If Trump Fires Powell From The Fed

The president prefers low interest rates. But the Federal Reserve Act protects the Fed chair's removal. Long-term rates are set by financial markets and sensitive to inflation expectations.

Fed’s Waller Hints at Jul. Dissent

Barron's on MSN · 19h

Fed Gov. Waller Makes the Case for Cutting Interest Rates in 2 Weeks

Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher Waller on Thursday called for the central bank to cut interest rates at its July meeting, breaking ranks with Chair Jerome Powell and staking out the most forceful case yet for easing policy this summer.

The Washington Post · 21h

Federal Reserve's Waller says central bank should cut rates at next meeting

A top Federal Reserve official said late Thursday that the central bank should cut its key interest rate later this month, carving out a different view than that of Chair Jerome Powell, who has been h

Bloomberg L.P. · 5h

Fed’s Waller Hints at July Dissent as He Makes Case for Rate Cut

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller hinted he would dissent if his colleagues vote to hold interest rates steady at their July meeting, making his case for a rate cut to support the labor market.

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Trump official criticizes Fed chief Jerome Powell for "ostentatious" office renovations, as Trump takes aim over interest rates

A top White House budget official said President Trump is "troubled" by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell's management, as ...

Trump Wants Lower Rates. Firing Powell Could Push Them Higher.

Investors, not the Fed, control the interest rates that matter most to businesses and consumers. They might demand higher ...

3hon MSN

What a Trump, Powell faceoff means for your money

Amid a fresh set of attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell came reports that President Donald Trump might fire the central banker ...

Fox Business on MSN1d

Powell not lowering interest rates is due to ‘politics,’ economist argues

First Trust Advisors L.P. chief economist Brian Wesbury discusses the Federal Reserve’s leadership, cutting interest rates ...

11hon MSN

A top Fed official, considered a candidate to replace Powell, keeps calling for a rate cut this month

A top official at the Federal Reserve on Thursday reiterated his call for an interest rate cut later this month, despite data ...

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What would happen if Trump fired Jerome Powell? President denies firing threat, continues push for lower interest rates

While Trump may be denying reports he will fire Powell, reports tell a different story. Here's what Tennesseans need to know about Powell and the Fed.

Mises Institute1dOpinion

It Will Take More than Low Interest Rates to Make Houses Affordable

If Trump allies really wanted to see homes become more affordable, he would push for less monetary inflation and for lower ...

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Inflation Won’t Lead to Rate Cuts but a Weakening Economy Just Might

President Donald Trump may ultimately get his wish for lower interest rates, but it isn’t likely to be the result of his ...

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