What if Trump Runs the Federal Reserve?

Banking And Finance,Federal Reserve

Posted on AllSides August 28, 2025

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President Trump has long wanted to control the Federal Reserve, and on Monday night he made his power play by firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook. A central bank with even a semblance of independence may be the casualty.

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