Fed, Trump and Powell
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But this week all eyes will be on Powell as he holds a solo press conference Wednesday that will be must-watch TV amid the political drama.
On 'Will Cain Show' Charlie Gasparino criticized Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chairman: LAWRENCE JONES: And there we have it, the president of the United States with the Fed chair right there in his element.
As recently as last week, President Trump was considering firing Powell, but later told reporters it was “highly unlikely” he would do so.
Trump ally Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell committed perjury during Senate testimony and in communications with the Office of Management and Budget.
Eyes were closed, heads were shaking and backs were slapped. The nonverbal cues at the president's visit to the Federal Reserve are worth another look.