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Republican task force chief wants to shield Fed from political influence, including Trump
A Republican lawmaker tasked with scrutinizing Federal Reserve monetary policy wants the U.S. Congress to help stabilize ...
Why is Donald Trump at war with the Fed?
Trump himself appointed Jerome Powell to head the Federal Reserve back in 2017. But it’s been mostly downhill since then ...
Powell Attempts Balancing Act as Trump Tests Fed’s Autonomy
Donald Trump’s second term has begun with a renewed determination to curb the Federal Reserve’s treasured autonomy. Jerome ...
Gold falls 3% as Trump comments on Fed and China boost risk sentiment
Gold on Wednesday extended its retreat from an all-time high, falling more than 3%, as appetite for riskier assets improved ...
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Trump’s assault on the Fed continues
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Stock market today: Markets bounce after Trump says he won't try to fire Fed Chair Powell
Asian shares mostly rose Wednesday, with markets showing relief after President Donald Trump indicated he won't dismiss the ...
Stocks, dollar rebound as Trump backtracks on Fed attack
Stock markets were enjoying a much-needed relief rally in Asia on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had no ...