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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point, for first time in nearly a year – as it happened

Rates now stand at a range of 4% to 4.25% as reduction comes amid concern of political pressure on independent central bank from Trump

The Guardian - US

Changes In Bond Yields After Trump Targeted Lisa Cook Suggest Inflation Would Be Lower If He Took Over The Fed

Is it possible that inflation would actually be lower if President Donald Trump took over the Federal Reserve? While some critics believe a potential Trump takeover of the Fed would result in higher inflation and higher interest rates, not everyone is convinced.

Benzinga

Democrats to introduce a No Political Enemies (Nope) act, to protect government critics – as it happened

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US Fed Set For First Rate Cut Of 2025 As Trump Pressure Looms

The US Federal Reserve is poised to make its first interest rate cut of 2025 on Wednesday, but it battles competing forces in the path forward -- with heightened political pressure and likely divisions among its ranks.

International Business Times

US Fed Opens Key Meeting After Trump Aide Sworn In As Governor

The US Federal Reserve started a key interest rate meeting Tuesday, hours after Donald Trump's new appointee narrowly won confirmation to join the central bank -- while another top official fights her removal by the president.

International Business Times

Does anyone go to prison for federal mortgage fraud? Not many, the numbers suggest

Mortgage fraud is back in the news. Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve governor, is being investigated by the Department of Justice for allegedly making false statements when applying for a mortgage. Members of Donald Trump’s Cabinet are accused of similar wrongdoings. Could any of these people go to prison?

The Conversation

First Thing: Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, says UN commission of inquiry

The commission also accused Benjamin Netanyahu of inciting genocide. Plus, Donald Trump files $15bn lawsuit against the New York Times

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‘Peak Goldilocks’: The markets have bought the Fed rumors — watch for them to sell on the news

Markets will move on Wednesday after Wall Street parses Cook’s statement and his Q&A for clues about future rate cuts beyond Wednesday.

Fortune

Trump is pushing for a 'big cut' from the Fed—but he's already on a losing streak

Trump failed to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook and is unlikely to get the steep rate cut he demands, as Powell and the FOMC weigh weaker jobs data.

Fortune

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Futures Gain, Dow Slips As FOMC Begins Its 2-Day Meet — Tesla, Adtran, Ferguson In Focus (UPDATED)

Editor’s Note: The future prices of benchmark tracking ETFs, the lede, and the latest economic releases were updated in the story.

Benzinga

Charlie Kirk murder suspect told he faces death penalty if convicted in first appearance – as it happened

Tyler Robinson makes virtual court appearance charged with seven counts including aggravated murder; next court date set for 29 September

The Guardian - US

Appeals court rejects Trump's bid to unseat Fed governor Lisa Cook

The White House campaign to unseat Cook marks an unprecedented bid to reshape the Fed’s seven-member governing board, which was designed to be largely independent from day-to-day politics.

Euronews

Senate approves White House’s Stephen Miran to serve on Fed board

The vote to confirm Stephen Miran was largely along party lines, 48-47.

Euronews

US appeals court blocks Trump’s bid to fire Lisa Cook from Federal Reserve

Cook’s claim that she was denied due process has a ‘strong likelihood of success’, court rules

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The Guardian - US

US court foils Trump bid to fire Lisa Cook from Federal Reserve board

Decision comes before Fed policy meeting where officials are expected to cut US interest rates

Benzinga

Elizabeth Warren Says Trump Can't 'Scapegoat' His Failure As Appeals Court Rejects Attempt To Unseat Lisa Cook Ahead Of Key FOMC Meeting

In a major setback for President Donald Trump, a U.S. Appeals Court for the District of Columbia denied an emergency motion to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, allowing her to participate in this week’s Federal Open Market Committee meeting.

Axios

Appeals court rules Fed governor Cook can continue to serve

The ruling comes ahead of the Fed's two-day policy meeting that starts Tuesday.

The Guardian - US

Trump official confirmed to Fed board but court rejects Lisa Cook removal bid

Senate votes 48-47 to confirm Stephen Miran as Fed governor but court rules Cook may remain in place

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The Independent UK

Court stops Trump’s attempt to fire Fed Board Governor Lisa Cook

Ruling allows Federal Reserve official to participate in key rate-setting meeting this week

International Business Times

US Senate Poised To Advance Trump Aide's Appointment At Fed

The US Senate is due to vote late Monday on the confirmation of President Donald Trump's choice to join the Federal Reserve's board -- as the clock ticks down to a key policy meeting.

Latin Times

Kathy Hochul Endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor, Signaling Democratic Unity

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has formally endorsed Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race, a move that marks a pivotal moment in the Democratic Party's alignment around its progressive nominee.

Euronews

Why the Fed is likely to cut rates as economic uncertainty mounts

Caught between economic uncertainty and political pressure, the Federal Reserve will decide this week whether to begin cutting interest rates after nine months — and by how much.

Euronews

Trump renews push to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook ahead of key vote

Sunday’s filing is the latest step in an unprecedented effort by the White House to shape the historically independent Fed.

Benzinga

Trump Trying To 'Take Over The Fed,' Says Elizabeth Warren: Turkey, Argentina And Nixon-Era Serve As Cautionary Tales, Warns Senator

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) accused President Donald Trump of attempting to undermine the independence of the Federal Reserve, warning that such a move could spark inflation, driving up costs substantially for American families.

Benzinga

Trump's Firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook 'For Cause' Not Subject To 'Judicial Second-Guessing,' Says The DOJ Ahead Of FOMC Meeting

Ahead of the Federal Reserve’s key vote on interest rates this week, the Justice Department has made a fresh attempt to stay a lower court's injunction blocking President Donald Trump’s firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook.

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