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Trump Wanted to Pressure, Not Fire, Fed Chair Powell, New Book Reveals

According to a new book, former President Trump privately expressed a desire to 'bust Powell’s balls,' aiming to pressure Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell rather than remove him from his position. The revelation sheds light on Trump's approach to Fed policy during his administration.
Date: 20.06.2026  |  Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

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