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Warsh’s Fed chair bid shakes markets over independence
economy1 month ago

Warsh’s Fed chair bid shakes markets over independence

Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, triggering a rapid market reaction with gold and silver dropping sharply and stock indices dipping as investors weigh Warsh’s independence and hawkish stance against Trump’s pressure for easier policy. The piece frames the move as a test of central bank independence—crucial for credibility and inflation control—while noting uncertainty around whether Warsh’s approach will resist political influence in the future.

via The Conversation|
#central-bank-independence#economy#federal-reserve
Supreme Court mulls limits on firing Fed governor amid independence concerns
politics1 month ago

Supreme Court mulls limits on firing Fed governor amid independence concerns

The Supreme Court signaled skepticism about Trump’s bid to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook for cause, questioning whether the move would undermine the Fed’s independence or set a dangerous precedent for political interference; Cook’s team argues there was no fraud and due process was lacking, while the White House says the filings justify removal. Several justices urged caution and lower‑court resolution on issues like whether pre‑appointment mortgage filings meet the “for cause” standard, highlighting the high-stakes implications for central-bank independence and economic policy.

via BBC|
#central-bank-independence#federal-reserve#for-cause
Trump asks Supreme Court to remove Fed Governor Cook, testing central-bank independence
law1 month ago

Trump asks Supreme Court to remove Fed Governor Cook, testing central-bank independence

Trump's administration argued before the Supreme Court to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage-fraud-related conduct, contending that such grounds can justify removal and that the Fed's independence could be overridden; lower courts had blocked Cook's removal while her challenge proceeds, and justices weighed due process and procedural questions about how an independent agency can be ousted.

via Reuters|
#central-bank-independence#fed#law
Court weighs Fed independence as Trump targets Lisa Cook
business1 month ago

Court weighs Fed independence as Trump targets Lisa Cook

The Supreme Court is weighing whether a president can remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook, an unprecedented move that tests the Fed’s independence from political influence. The case centers on tenure protections that shield central-bank decisions from policy disputes and could reshape who controls U.S. monetary policy, with rulings expected by June as the court considers limits to presidential power over the economy.

via Reuters|
#business#central-bank-independence#fed
Trump’s clash with the Fed echoes emerging-market politics
world1 month ago

Trump’s clash with the Fed echoes emerging-market politics

President Donald Trump’s sustained pressure on the Federal Reserve—public criticisms, moves to sack a top policymaker, and a DOJ probe—has drawn banana-republic comparisons to Argentina and raised concerns about central-bank independence and inflation risk. While markets have been relatively calm, economists warn political meddling can anchor higher inflation expectations; the story unfolds as the Supreme Court weighs the Cook firing and Trump’s choice to replace Powell ahead of Powell’s term end in May.

via BBC|
#argentina#central-bank-independence#federal-reserve
Why Trump's Pressure on the Fed Threatens Its Independence
economy7 months ago

Why Trump's Pressure on the Fed Threatens Its Independence

President Trump has publicly pressured the Federal Reserve and its Chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates, raising concerns about the independence of the Fed, which is crucial for maintaining economic stability and credibility. Historically, presidents have influenced the Fed, but Trump's aggressive tactics are unprecedented and could undermine the checks and balances that protect the economy from political interference.

via NPR|
#central-bank-independence#economy#federal-reserve
Top Economist Mohamed El-Erian Calls for Jerome Powell's Resignation to Protect Fed Independence
business7 months ago

Top Economist Mohamed El-Erian Calls for Jerome Powell's Resignation to Protect Fed Independence

Top economist Mohamed El-Erian has called for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to resign, citing concerns over the Fed's credibility and independence amid political attacks, scandals, and missteps, including inflation management and internal scandals, which El-Erian believes could harm the institution's reputation and economic stability.

via Fortune|
#business#central-bank-independence#federal-reserve