Trump Wants Lower Rates. Firing Powell Could Push Them Higher.
- Posted on July 17, 2025
- United States Politics And Government
- By The New York Times
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Trump Wants Lower Rates. Firing Powell Could Push Them Higher.
Investors, not the Fed, control the interest rates that matter most to businesses and consumers. They might demand higher returns if the central bank’s independence comes into question. continue reading...