The Fed Tries to Steer Clear of Politics, But Election Year Is Making It Tough

The Fed Tries to Steer Clear of Politics, But Election Year Is Making It Tough

Federal Reserve officials have strongly advocated for their separation from politics, but the presidential election is putting the institution on a crash course with partisan infighting. Fed officials set policy independently of the White House, meaning that while presidents can push for lower interest rates, they cannot force central bankers to lower borrowing costs. Congress…

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police crack down on protests in Georgia

police crack down on protests in Georgia

Clashes broke out between protesters and police in Tbilisi, Georgia, on April 30, 2024, as they block the parliament building to prevent MPs from the ruling Georgian Dream Party from marching in Tbilisi in protest against the “transparency of foreign influence” bill , Georgia to leave parliament (by Davit Kachkachishvili/Anadolu via Getty Images) Davit Kachkachishvili…

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Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf resigns

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf resigns

Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf announces his resignation during a statement at Bute House in Edinburgh, April 29, 2024. Andrew Milligan | Afp | Getty Images Scottish Prime Minister Humza Yousaf resigned on Monday after his power-sharing deal with the country’s Green Party collapsed. Scottish National Party (SNP) leader Yousaf faced a no-confidence vote that…

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