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Rampell, C. (2026, September 22). Trump’s Fed Chair Put Him in a Very Awkward Spot (w/ Jason Furman). The Bulwark. https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trumps-fed-chair-put-him-in-a-very
Rampell, Catherine. “Trump’s Fed Chair Put Him in a Very Awkward Spot (w/ Jason Furman).” The Bulwark, 22 Sept. 2026, https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trumps-fed-chair-put-him-in-a-very.
Rampell, Catherine. “Trump’s Fed Chair Put Him in a Very Awkward Spot (w/ Jason Furman).” The Bulwark, September 22, 2026. https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trumps-fed-chair-put-him-in-a-very.
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Catherine Rampell, in a premium episode for Bulwark+ members, discusses the economy with former Obama adviser Jason Furman. They cover how Donald Trump pressured the Federal Reserve during his presidency, leading to an awkward situation for the Fed chair at that time. The conversation also touches on the risks of politicizing scientific research and economic decision-making. Furman argues that Democrats might be drawing incorrect conclusions from recent issues like inflation and affordability crises. This episode highlights the importance of maintaining independence in government institutions such as the Federal Reserve, which is crucial for economic stability.
