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Rep. Lucas Fights to Protect Fed's Independence Amid Trump Pressure

4/27/2025

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Oklahoma Rep. Frank Lucas is rallying Congress to safeguard the Federal Reserve's independence from political meddling, especially from President Trump. He emphasizes the need for a stable financial landscape by boosting Treasury market engagement and trimming the Fed's balance sheet. Trump's push for interest rate cuts could inadvertently escalate long-term borrowing costs, jeopardizing economic stability.

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Oklahoma Rep. Frank Lucas is rallying Congress to safeguard the Federal Reserve's independence from political meddling, especially from President Trump. He emphasizes the need for a stable financial landscape by boosting Treasury market engagement and trimming the Fed's balance sheet. Trump's push for interest rate cuts could inadvertently escalate long-term borrowing costs, jeopardizing economic stability.