Trump, Powell and Denies
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President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell — whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair — earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates.
Show" host Jordan Klepper breaks down exactly why Trump is so angry at his Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell
Jerome Powell has responded to sharp criticism from the Trump administration about renovations to the Fed’s offices, answering questions about changes to the project as well as reaffirming the central bank’s commitment to “transparency for our decisions and to be accountable to the public.”
Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) said Sunday that a White House insider is warning President Trump of a “massive market reaction” if he fires Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. “I mean, what
Powell has faced a firestorm of Republican criticism over the lavish renovation — as President Trump demands that Powell consider resigning after refusing to lower interest rates.
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HUD Secretary Scott Turner criticizes Fed Chair Jerome Powell for spending billions on renovations while Americans struggle with high mortgage rates amid a housing crisis.
Warren added the next Fed chair will face a tough task proving they’re committed to central bank autonomy, as concerns grow that Trump may nominate someone more loyal to him than to economic principles.
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