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Fed's Waller Calls for Jul. Interest Rate Cut

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Federal Reserve's Waller says central bank should cut rates at next meeting
A top Federal Reserve official said late Thursday that the central bank should cut its key interest rate later this month, carving out a different view than that of Chair Jerome Powell, who has been harshly criticized by the White House for delaying rate cuts.

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Fed's Waller Calls for July Interest Rate Cut
Fed's Waller wants July interest rate cut amid rising growth, job market risks

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SEE IT: The pricey Federal Reserve renovation project at center of controversy
Fed Reserve Chair Jerome Powell responded to the Trump administration's inquiry about its $2.5 billion headquarters renovation, addressing concerns about cost overruns and project details.

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Trump Appointees Pushed for Marble in Fed Renovation Project
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Trump officials want an investigation into the Federal Reserve’s $2.5 billion renovation

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White House blames Fed chair Powell over costly headquarters renovation
President Donald Trump has looked to the marble finishes and hefty price tag of the Federal Reserve headquarters to claim grounds to fire Chair Jerome Powell, with whom he has tussled for years over interest rates.

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Trump says Powell is costing the US a fortune by not lowering rates. But firing the Fed chair may not fix the issue
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Ousting of Fed Chair Jerome Powell could raise U.S. borrowing costs by nearly $60 billion a year
Federal Reserve independence at risk from Trump's pressure campaign, J.P. Morgan warns
J.P. Morgan warned in a note that Trump's pressure on the Federal Reserve and threats to fire Chair Powell could undercut ...
Jerome Powell defends $2.5B Federal Reserve renovation: ‘Good stewards of public resources’
Powell has faced a firestorm of Republican criticism over the lavish renovation — as President Trump demands that Powell ...
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Fed raises interest rates for first time in four years and plots series ...
The Federal Reserve said it would raise its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points and said it saw the need for 'ongoing increases' in its policy rate.
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 ...
What would happen if Trump fired Jerome Powell? President denies firing threat, continues push for lower interest rates
While Trump may be denying reports he will fire Powell, reports tell a different story. Here's what Tennesseans need to know about Powell and the Fed.