Inflation Is Surging, Trump Wants Rate Cuts -- and Kevin Warsh Is Caught in a Market-Moving Crossfire
President Trump is watching what Kevin Warsh does as Fed Chair. More importantly, the markets are watching his every move.
Inflation Is Surging, Trump Wants Rate Cuts -- and Kevin Warsh Is Caught in a Market-Moving Crossfire
Overview
Smiles abounded as Kevin Warsh took his oath to serve as the newest Federal Reserve chair in the White House East Room two weeks ago. The happy expressions probably won't last long.
Inflation appeared to be under control enough for the Fed to cut rates several times in 2025. The situation has changed significantly since then. Normally, the central bank wouldn't proceed with further rate cuts amid resurgent inflation.
Details
However, President Trump clearly wants rate cuts. Based on his past comments, he expects loyalty from those he has nominated to serve in powerful federal positions. This puts Warsh in the middle of a crossfire. And it could rattle the stock market.
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Originally published at www.fool.com.
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