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US Stock Market: Fed financial disclosures reveal stark contrast in transparency among top officials

Federal Reserve officials' financial disclosures reveal varying levels of detail. Governor Lisa Cook reported over $1 million in legal expenses, while Vice Chair Philip Jefferson disclosed modest royalty income. In contrast, former Chair Kevin Warsh's substantial assets were largely undescribed due to confidentiality, and his rapid divestment raised questions about…

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Trump news at a glance: Vance uses US weaponry barbs to scold Israeli critics of Iran deal

Vice-president says Israeli cabinet members shouldn’t attack the country’s ‘only powerful ally’ left; Iran says it will impose fees on strait of Hormuz – key US politics stories from Thursday 18 June

The Guardian - US

Fed governor Lisa Cook faced $1.3m in legal and security fees after Trump’s bid to fire her

Cook is at the center of a supreme court case focused on whether Trump’s firing of her from the Fed board was legal

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‘Whatever’: Trump now OK with Fed holding or raising rates as long as Powell not chair

Trump spent the first year and a half of his term bullying former Fed Chair Jerome Powell over his refusal to lower interest rates fast enough for the president’s liking

The Independent UK

Trump presses on with plan to install Bill Pulte as acting intelligence chief

Lawmakers warn appointment of presidential loyalist will scuttle bipartisan agreement to renew Fisa surveillance law

The Guardian - US

Fed officials warn AI's economic costs may arrive faster than benefits

Some Fed officials see clearer evidence of AI-related investment boosting demand for labor, equipment and infrastructure than they do of widespread productivity gains.

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Bipartisan Trust Crumbles as Critics Blast President for Placing an Inexperienced Loyalist in Control of National Security Secrets

Democratic senator Chris Murphy has raised alarms about Pulte’s record of using private information for political gain.

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Trump’s intelligence chief pick puts surveillance program renewal in doubt

Democrats say appointment of Bill Pulte could doom bipartisan agreement to renew section 702 of Fisa

The Guardian - US

Trump taps housing regulator Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence

Democrats are criticizing President Donald Trump's selection of federal housing finance Director Bill Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence, saying Pulte lacks necessary national security experience

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Ex-Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell sounds alarm over political interference

Powell says central bank has been facing ‘stress test’ under Trump, as supreme court weighs decision on Fed governor that president tried to fire

The Guardian - US

Former Fed chair Jerome Powell issues stark warning as he’s honored for standing up to Trump

Speaking at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library in Boston, Powell underscored the critical role of universities, courts, Congress, and the Federal Reserve, describing them as "the foundation and the embodiment of our democracy”

The Independent UK

Powell uses JFK award speech to warn against political pressure on Fed, courts and schools

Jerome Powell, former Federal Reserve Chair, received an award for safeguarding the central bank's independence. He emphasized the crucial role of independent institutions like universities, courts, and Congress in democracy. Powell warned against political interference in monetary policy decisions. He also acknowledged past Fed mistakes. The award recognized courage in…

The Economic Times

Outgoing chair Powell delivers defense of Fed independence

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Outgoing US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell on Sunday delivered a staunch defense of the need for the central bank to maintain independence and credibility, as it comes under assault from President Donald Trump.

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Jerome Powell uses JFK award speech to warn against political pressure on Fed, courts and schools

Former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell used one of his first major public appearances since leaving office to deliver a broad defense of independent institutions while accepting the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award in Boston

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US Stock Market: Hawkish Fed voices grow louder amid energy-driven inflation surge

A growing split is seen among US Federal Reserve officials. Some policymakers warn that interest rates might need to increase again. This comes as inflation shows signs of not cooling down quickly enough. Rising energy prices linked to the Iran conflict are a major concern. The impact of artificial intelligence…

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post Record Highs on US-Iran Truce Reports

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Thursday closed up +0.58%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.05%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.84%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.59%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Slides on Weak US Economic News and US-Iran Peace Hopes

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday fell from a 7-week high and finished down -0.18%. The dollar gave up early gains and turned lower today on weaker-than-expected US economic news that is dovish for Fed policy. Weekly jobless claims rose more than expected, Apr capital goods new orders nondefense...

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Stocks Rebound Amid News of a US-Iran Deal

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.44%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.01%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.62%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.33%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Erases Early Gains on Disappointing US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today fell from a 7-week high and is down -0.13%. The dollar gave up an early advance and turned lower today on weaker-than-expected US economic news that is dovish for Fed policy. Weekly jobless claims rose more than expected, Apr capital goods new orders nondefense...

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Stocks Pressured as Oil Prices Climb on US-Iran Clashes

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.14%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.27%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.34%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.17%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Slip Before the Open as U.S.-Iran Flare-Up Lifts Oil and Bond Yields, PCE Inflation Data in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.26%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.54% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street as oil prices and bond yields rose after fresh attacks in the Middle East cast doubt on whether an end to…

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Top JPMorgan analyst maps 5 ways America's debt crisis could unfold—and the 'best case' is still alarming

JPMorgan's David Kelly maps out five scenarios for the national debt over the next decade — the best-case is pretty, pretty bad.

The Economic Times

Fed's Cook says she is prepared to raise rates if inflation doesn't ease

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook signaled support for keeping US interest rates steady, citing mixed economic risks from tariffs, the Iran war, and rising AI investment. She warned inflation is trending higher due to energy costs and wage pressures but said the labor market remains stable with no immediate need…

The Economic Times

Top cases on the United States Supreme Court's docket

The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing significant cases. These cases cover voting rights, presidential authority, immigration policies, and gun laws. Decisions are expected by June. The court's rulings will impact various aspects of American life and law. These include challenges to President Trump's policies and federal agency powers. The outcomes…

The Guardian - US

The Federal Reserve’s independence is hanging by a thread in the age of Trump

The president’s ultimate goal is to push the Fed – among other independent US institutions – to bend to his will

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