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Warren Slams Trump for Threatening Fed Independence, Economy

1/14/2026

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Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for undermining the Federal Reserve's independence, saying his actions harmed the U.S. economy globally.
Speaking at the National Press Club, she emphasized the need for the Democratic Party to focus on economic policies that prioritize working families over wealthy donors.
She argued that Democrats must address corporate power and tax fairness because Trump's promises to lower costs for families had not materialized.

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Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for undermining the Federal Reserve's independence, saying his actions harmed the U.S. economy globally.
Speaking at the National Press Club, she emphasized the need for the Democratic Party to focus on economic policies that prioritize working families over wealthy donors.
She argued that Democrats must address corporate power and tax fairness because Trump's promises to lower costs for families had not materialized.