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Trump has a long record of criticizing Powell, but the FTC firings are ramping up concern among Wall Street investors and economists that the Fed’s independence may now be in true jeopardy

bloomberg.comJerome Powell Says Trump Can’t Fire Him. That Might ChangeFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has been crystal clear about whether President Donald Trump can fire him. “Not permitted under the law,” he said — twice — when asked in November.

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It’s all fun and games when the GOP threatens trans, gays, illegals, federal workers, or teachers. Destroying the financial markets is the step too far? The rich people are now getting nervous. We are headed for a recession.