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news Al Jazeera 2026-05-14

Jerome Powell Navigated Fed Through COVID-19 and Political Pressures

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's tenure was marked by navigating the economic fallout of COVID-19 and facing aggressive interest rate cut demands from President Trump.

Trump’s aggressive push for interest rate cuts shaped Powell’s Fed legacy during his tumultuous leadership.

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