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An attempt by Trump to fire Powell would face major legal challenge
Trump and the Trump administration have increasingly turned their fire on Powell and his leadership of the central bank.
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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 ...
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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 ...
White House ramps up pressure on Fed's Powell three weeks before next interest rate decision
President Donald Trump’s pressure campaign against the Federal Reserve and Chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates ...
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 ...
What’s holding up interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve?
Right now, inflation is still hovering just above the Federal Reserve’s target and data is mixed. That’s why Fed Chair Jerome ...
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 ...
Trump eyes opportunity to oust Powell in $700 million overrun on Fed building extension
When a reporter asked if the expensive renovation was a fireable offense, Trump replied, “I think it sort of is." ...