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Warren Challenges Trump on Credit Rates and Housing Act

1/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) said U.S. President Donald Trump called her after her speech criticizing his policies.
They discussed capping credit card interest rates and the ROAD to Housing Act to increase housing supply.
Warren urged Trump to rally Republican support for the legislation.
Trump proposed a 10% cap on credit card rates, citing affordability concerns.
Warren condemned Trump's attacks on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, warning against politicizing policy.

History

Historical Context

The Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) Act was enacted on May 22, 2009, to protect consumers from unfair credit card practices. Effective February 22, 2010, it imposed regulations on major banks like JPMorgan Chase and Citibank. Ongoing discussions between Sen. Elizabeth Warren and President Trump highlight persistent concerns about credit card interest rates, reflecting the act's lasting impact on consumer protection in the U.S.

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Story summary

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) said U.S. President Donald Trump called her after her speech criticizing his policies.
They discussed capping credit card interest rates and the ROAD to Housing Act to increase housing supply.
Warren urged Trump to rally Republican support for the legislation.
Trump proposed a 10% cap on credit card rates, citing affordability concerns.
Warren condemned Trump's attacks on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, warning against politicizing policy.

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