Tag: FEDERAL
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Federal Reserve vs. White House: The Battle Over Interest Rates
The tug-of-war between political ambition and monetary prudence is playing out in full view as President Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell engage in a silent standoff. At the center of this delicate balance lies the Fed’s recent decision to keep interest rates unchanged, a move that reignited tensions between the White House and…
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CPI Falls Into Line: Setup for a new round of monetary easing is quietly taking shape
Markets received a critical data point this week: U.S. CPI surprised to the downside across the board. Headline CPI for March came in at -0.1% MoM, well below the expected +0.1%, and YoY inflation slowed to 2.5%. These numbers point to a clear disinflationary trend — one that may be stronger than previously assumed. The…
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GSA Plans to Sell 443 Federal Buildings, Including FBI Headquarters
The General Services Administration (GSA) recently announced a plan to potentially sell 443 federal buildings, including the J. Edgar Hoover Building, which houses the FBI headquarters in Washington, D.C. This move is part of an initiative to optimize government real estate, cut costs, and generate revenue through property sales. The GSA, which oversees federal properties,…
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$6 Trillion in Payments: The U.S. Treasury’s Controversial Oversight Crisis
The U.S. Treasury manages an astonishing $6 trillion in payments annually, covering everything from Social Security benefits to military salaries and contractor grants. As the financial backbone of the U.S. government, its role in ensuring smooth, accurate, and lawful disbursements is crucial. However, recent revelations have ignited concerns over potential oversight failures, shaking confidence in…