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The prosecution's case: Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates
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Real event · economy · 2026-09-17
Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates
Final verdict announced: September 18, 2026 at 6:01 AM ET
Real headline
Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates
The 0.25% increase comes despite fierce opposition from the US president.
The documented connection: Disputed · Authority: none
What the record shows
The Fed chair's decision contradicts Trump's wishes.
Original reporting
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BBC News — Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates — 2026-09-17
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