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Fed, Jerome Powell and interest rates

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How the Fed sets rates — and why Powell can't move rates alone
President Trump's war on Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell is taking on a more aggressive form, bringing Trump a step closer to trying to oust the head of the Fed. Why it matters: Trump wants Powell to cut interest rates,

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Trump calls Fed Chair Powell a 'knucklehead,' says interest rates should be below 1%
Jerome Powell has more housing problems now, including the Fed's
Hassett Says White House Probing Fed Renovation Costs, Authority to Fire Powell
U.S. President Donald Trump has the authority to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for cause if evidence supports that, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Sunday, adding that th...

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Under fire for cost overruns, Powell asks watchdog to review the Fed’s $2.5 billion renovation plan
Fed's Powell asks watchdog to take fresh look at renovation project, Politico reports
Powell asks for IG review after Trump administration flags Fed's costly building renovation
The renovations include the removal of asbestos and lead contamination; replacement of antiquated electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire detection and suppression systems; and changes to comply with safety ...

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Federal Reserve Chairman Asks Inspector General To Review Cost Overruns on Controversial $2.5 Billion Renovation Project
Market Voices: White House vs. Powell, EU tariffs, Kenvue's new CEO
Why Isn't the Fed Cutting Interest Rates? What To Know
The central bank remains cautious, even as calls for rate cuts grow louder from the White House and other policymakers.
Powell seeks review of updates
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has asked an inspector general to review the cost of the central bank's building renovations that White House officials have attacked as "ostentatious."
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 Mr. Trump pressures him over interest rates.
Trump admin’s attacks on Powell over $2.5 billion Fed renovation hinge on ‘VIP dining rooms’ and procedural grounds with an obscure gov agency
The most recent criticisms against Fed chair Jerome Powell come after President Donald Trump continues to demand lower interest rates.
Jerome Powell asks Inspector General to review Fed’s $2.5B HQ revamp as Trump escalates attacks: report
A source familiar with the matter told Axios that Powell directed Inspector General Michael Horowitz to examine the project’s costs.
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Can Jay Powell Make It Through the Weekend?
Is the Fed chairman, Jay Powell, going to make it through the weekend? There is talk that he is being forced to resign. President Trump, of course, is on
Director of federal agency suggests Fed Chairman Powell is considering resigning
Trump administration official Bill Pulte released a statement suggesting that Fed Chair Jerome Powell is considering resigning amid mounting pressure on his leadership.
'Huge deal': White House probe fuels speculation Trump could oust Powell
The investigation into cost overruns on a renovation of Fed headquarters is drawing concern that it's a pretext to eventually fire the central bank chief.
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