The Last Days of Fed Independence?
Project Syndicate • 1/13/2026 – 1/14/2026
Summary
US President Donald Trump is increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve through a criminal investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends in May. If Trump appoints a successor who aligns with his views, monetary policy may become looser, potentially leading to inflation and affecting global economic stability.
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