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Trump Revives Attacks on Fed Members Before Interest Rate Decision

The comments appeared to signal a new attempt by Mr. Trump to browbeat the nation’s central bank into lowering interest rates. The timing was hardly coincidental, as the Fed began its two-day, ... Read More

Trump’s first problem on the economy and health care: admitting he’s got a problem

President Donald Trump has a fresh chance this week to act on a priority voters continually say they want fixed — but over which he’s in denial. Read More

Even if Fed cuts rates again, U.S. economy may not get much of a boost

Rate-sensitive industries, like housing, could see a limited benefit from lower borrowing costs because prices remain near record highs. Read More

Trump Vs The Fed: A 2026 Rate War Could Shake The Economy

Trump’s push for a new Fed chair and this week’s meeting signals a possible 2026 rate war that could reshape money, markets, & the direction of the United States economy. Read More

Trump Insists Americans Are Doing Great, Even as Views on the Economy Sour

President Trump’s speech in Pennsylvania was meant to alleviate concerns about affordability. But he kept wandering off script and dwelling on his favorite targets, like immigration. Read More

Fed faces turbulent 2026 as Powell's term ends, independence tested

The final U.S. Federal Reserve meeting of the year this week precedes a turbulent 2026 that will see key policymaker changes, including the arrival of a new leader to be named by President Donald ... Read More

The Fed’s newest governor brings a Trump perspective on the economy. Is anyone buying it?

The Federal Reserve’s newest policymaker has an unconventional perspective on the US economy that’s proving tough to sell. In September, President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miran, one of his top ... Read More

Economist Issues Inflation Warning Over Trump’s Next Fed Chair

Trump's economic adviser Kevin Hassett is currently the strong favorite to succeed Jerome Powell as the next Fed chair. Read More

Wanted: Fed Chief. Must Run World’s Largest Economy, Manage Up

A look at the five favorites to lead the US Federal Reserve, and what each pick would mean for the world’s biggest economy. Read More

Trump's Next Tariff Moves Could Make Or Break The US Economy In 2026Trump's Next Tariff Moves Could Make Or Break The US Economy In 2026

Tariffs seem like holiday background noise, but Trump's 2026 trade decisions could move inflation, markets, and the U.S. economy in a big way. Read More

Fed Gov. Miran has a view on the economy. Is it persuasive?

Key insight: Economists see validity in Fed Gov. Miran's argument that shelter inflation is coming down, but note the impact to overall inflation may vary in significance. Expert quote: "I don't think ... Read More