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Fed officials signal rate hikes as Powell stays on board amid independence concerns

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A majority of Federal Reserve officials indicated a willingness to raise interest rates if inflation persists above the 2% target, according to minutes from the April policy meeting. This sentiment suggests a potential shift towards tighter monetary policy, influenced by factors like the Iran war and rising energy prices. Meanwhile, Fed Chair Jerome Powell announced he will remain a governor for an undetermined period, citing concerns about political interference and the Fed's independence, a move that deviates from modern tradition and denies President Trump an immediate board vacancy. AI

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Fed officials signal rate hikes as Powell stays on board amid independence concerns

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