‘Cut Interest Rates, Jerome’: Trump Lashes Out as Stocks Tumble

Amid today’s ongoing market volatility, Trump stated that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell must “stop playing politics” and swiftly cut the federal funds rate. Wall Street in Retreat, Trump on the Offensive: Fed Must Act ‘Quickly’ U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war has unleashed turmoil across Wall Street, with leading stock indices enduring steep declines … Read more

Fed Triggers Alarm: Tariff Explosion Could Ignite Runaway Inflation Spiral

The Fed chair warns inflation could spiral and growth collapse as sweeping new tariffs batter the economy, with consequences now seen as severe and long-lasting. Powell Drops the Hammer: Inflation May Spiral as Tariffs Rip Through Economy Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell issued a stark warning about the inflationary consequences of rising tariffs during his … Read more

Fed Chair Confirms US Won’t Launch Digital Dollar Under His Watch

Fed Chair Jerome Powell has confirmed that the Federal Reserve will not pursue a central bank digital currency, backing legislative efforts and an executive order blocking its creation. Powell Shuts Down CBDC Fears With One Word Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testified before the Senate Banking Committee on Feb. 11, where he responded to concerns … Read more

Fed ‘Struck’ by De-Banking Surge—Powell Promises a Fresh Look

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has admitted a rise in de-banking cases, stating he is “struck” by the trend and pledging a “fresh look” at the issue. Powell Admits Growing Cases of De-Banking—Will the Fed Finally Take Action? Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testified before the Senate Banking Committee on Feb. 11, where Senator Cynthia … Read more

Fed Chair: Banks Are Perfectly Able to Serve Crypto Customers

The Federal Reserve sees a future for crypto in banking, with Chair Jerome Powell saying banks can serve crypto customers—if they manage risks responsibly. Fed Chair Jerome Powell Breaks Silence on Crypto: What the Fed Thinks About Bitcoin Now Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell held a postmeeting press conference on Jan. 29 following the central … Read more

No Rate Cut: Powell’s Steady Hand Defies Political Pressure; Crypto Gains Amid Equity Retreat

Following former President Donald Trump’s declaration that he would “demand” interest rate cuts from the U.S. Federal Reserve, policymakers defied external pressure Wednesday, maintaining the federal funds rate without adjustment. FOMC Monetary Policy Unmoved At its first 2025 gathering on Jan. 29, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) observed that “economic activity has continued to … Read more