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Powell's hawkish comments trigger Asian market sell-off

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's firm indication that US interest rates will remain high for longer has triggered a sharp sell-off across Asian financial markets, with Tokyo's Nikkei leading the declines.

Powell Defends Fed Independence Amid Trump Pressure

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers unprecedented testimony, defending the central bank's autonomy amid mounting political pressure from the Trump White House over interest rate policy.

Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook

Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.

Powell Vows High Rates Until Inflation Cools

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell signals a prolonged period of high interest rates, sending tremors through Wall Street as he demands more evidence of cooling inflation, despite a softening job market.

Powell Dashes Hopes for March Interest Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers a hawkish message, indicating that interest rate cuts are unlikely to begin in March, contrary to investor expectations. The central bank seeks more confidence that inflation is truly defeated.

Powell Warns: High Inflation to Delay Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.

Fed Governor Stephen Miran Resigns After 18 Months

US Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran has unexpectedly resigned after just 18 months, citing personal reasons. The departure fuels speculation about internal discord at the world's most powerful central bank.

Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook

A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power

Trump Vows to Fire Fed's Lisa Cook if Re-Elected

Former President Donald Trump has pledged to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook 'on Day One' of a potential second term, signalling an unprecedented assault on the US central bank's political independence and sending shockwaves through financial mark

Trump Launches Lawsuit Against Fed's Lisa Cook

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is hit with a lawsuit by Donald Trump, alleging constitutional violations over her continued tenure. This explosive legal move threatens a major clash between US political and financial institutions.

Trump Demands Fed Chief's Head in Explosive Economic Rant

Donald Trump launches a blistering attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, accusing him of political bias and hinting at drastic action if re-elected. The former president also took aim at JD Vance and Hyundai in a wide-ranging economic tirade.

Trump Allies Draft Plan to Curb Federal Reserve Independence

A radical proposal from Donald Trump's allies seeks to strip the Federal Reserve of its independence, allowing the White House to demote Chair Jerome Powell and influence interest rates, a move that could shake global markets.

Trump's Threat to Federal Reserve Independence

As Donald Trump threatens to undermine Federal Reserve independence, The Guardian examines why accountability, not just autonomy, is crucial for economic stability. A deep dive into the looming constitutional crisis.

Trump Sued by Fed's Lisa Cook Over Discrimination Claims

Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh

Fed Governor Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Dismissal

US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook launches landmark lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, alleging unlawful termination and constitutional violations in a dramatic political clash.

Trump Hints at Fed Replacement for Lisa Cook

Former President Donald Trump signals a potential change at the Federal Reserve, suggesting he already has a candidate in mind to replace Governor Lisa Cook, whose term expires in early 2026.

GOP Senator Calls Biden Fed Nominee Lisa Cook a 'Crook'

US Federal Reserve nominee Lisa Cook endured a fiery Senate confirmation hearing, with Republican senators launching aggressive attacks and one even levelling the accusation of 'crook' against her and other Biden nominees.

Who is Lisa Cook? The Economist Reshaping US Policy

An in-depth look at the life and career of Dr Lisa Cook, the pioneering economist making history at the Federal Reserve. Discover her journey from academic excellence to shaping global economic policy.

Trump Claims He Fired Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell

In a move that sent shockwaves through global markets, former President Donald Trump has claimed he fired Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The explosive allegation, made on his Truth Social platform, threatens to upend the sacred independence of the w

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