Trump, Jerome Powell and interest rates
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The Fed’s decision on interest rates affects many types of consumer borrowing costs, from credit cards and mortgages to auto loans.
President Donald Trump is visiting the Federal Reserve headquarters, a week after indicating that Fed chair Jerome Powell's handling of a renovation project could be grounds for firing.
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Raw Story on MSN'How low can this crowd go?' WSJ editorial skewers Trump's 'kerfuffle' with Fed chiefThe conservative Wall Street Journal editorial board had some harsh words for President Donald Trump as he endeavors to replace the Federal Reserve chairman. For months, Trump has relentlessly attacked Chairman Jerome Powell because Powell has refused to lower interest rates.
Explore how the U-shaped yield curve, Treasury rates, and inflation trends align with Trump's rate cut call, offering insights for short-term investments.
On July 22nd, Jerome Powell, the Fed chair, responded to questions on Trump tariffs, calling it 'uncertain,' noting that possible developments could significantly alter many aspects of the upcoming economic outlook. He reiterated that interest rate decisions are highly data dependent.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday he believes the Federal Reserve system should be reviewed for potentially holding back the US economy, which is “on the cusp” of growth that could equal the dot-com boom seen in the 1990s.
President Donald Trump rolled out the idea for a new tax break on car loans during a 2024 campaign stop in Detroit. Here's how the new law works.