Fed's Powell Reaffirms Cautious Approach Amid Political Criticism
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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell defended the decision to keep interest rates unchanged amid pressure from President Trump and critics, citing concerns over inflation and economic uncertainty, with many economists warning of stagflation due to rising inflation and unemployment.
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