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Bessent has suggested that Fed Governor Lisa Cook should be removed over allegations that she committed mortgage fraud, which she denies.
The threat of stagflation means the risk of getting the policy wrong is high for Powell — and no less so for Trump, whose presidency could ride on the outcome.
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Scott Bessent Reportedly Made 2 Homes His ‘Primary Residence’ — Same Thing Trump Wants to Fire Fed Gov Over
Treasury boss Scott Bessent once agreed to make two homes his "principal residence" simultaneously, drawing comparisons to the allegations against Lisa Cook
After a late-night vote and last-minute ruling, the Federal Reserve began a key meeting on interest rate policy Tuesday with both a new Trump administration appointee and an official the White House has targeted for removal.
Stephen Miran and Lisa Cook will both cast votes at the central bank’s meeting on Wednesday, where policymakers are expected to lower interest rates.
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Trump's Fed pressure campaign will lead to higher inflation, weaker growth, according to CNBC survey
The survey found that 41% of respondents surveyed believe that the president's actions are directly aimed at eliminating the Fed's independence, with 41% saying they are designed to limit them.
Stocks kick off the week with investors reacting to President Trump's comments on China trade talks. Federal Reserve decision Wednesday set to be week's main event.
The central bank’s cautious approach to defending itself against President Trump is drawing scrutiny as the institution’s independence comes under threat.
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