Senate showdown looms over Trump's Fed nominee Miran amid independence debate

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Top Senate Democrats are demanding a delay in the confirmation hearing for a key Fed nominee, accusing President Trump of attempting to undermine the Fed's independence by firing Governor Lisa Cook and influencing appointments, which has intensified the political battle over Fed nominations amid broader tensions over monetary policy and presidential influence.
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- Scoop: Fed fight revives Senate showdown over Trump nominees Axios
- Trump wants to shake up the Fed. Stephen Miran has a playbook. Politico
- Trump's Fed pick Miran to get Senate hearing Sept 4 Reuters
- Trump Pick Miran Is on Track for Confirmation Before Fed Meeting Bloomberg.com
- Determining the "independence" of the Federal Reserve! Next week, the U.S. Congress will face a crucial vote, "This is a contest of political positions, a referendum on Trump." 富途牛牛
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