Tag #Political Pressure

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Trump Attempts to Install Loyalists in Key Prosecutorial Role

Donald Trump publicly pressured Attorney General Pam Bondi to appoint his former lawyer, Lindsey Halligan, as US Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, a move that follows the resignation of Erik Siebert who found insufficient evidence to prosecute political rivals of Trump.

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Fed Cuts Interest Rates by 0.25 Percentage Points Amid Economic Slowdown

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points on Wednesday, bringing the benchmark rate to 4.00%-4.25%, in response to a slowing labor market and rising inflationary pressures.

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Record Channel crossings prompt Starmer's migrant detention pledge

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has promised to detain and return migrants arriving in the UK on small boats, as a record 29,003 have crossed the Channel so far in 2025, exceeding previous years' totals.

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UK to Close Five More Asylum Hotels, Saving Millions

The UK government is closing five more asylum seeker hotels, reducing the number from 400 in 2023 to just over 200, saving £3.5 million daily and £1 billion annually; this follows public anger over high-profile crimes and legal challenges.

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Powell Hints at Rate Cut Amidst Political Pressure on the Federal Reserve

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested a possible interest rate cut due to rising risks to employment, amidst unprecedented political attacks on the Fed from the Trump administration, which is attempting to reshape the central bank's leadership and policies.

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Powell's Jackson Hole Speech to Reveal Fed's Interest Rate Strategy Amid Inflation, Job Market Pressures

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell faces pressure to lower interest rates amid a weakening job market and rising inflation, with his upcoming Jackson Hole speech expected to reveal his approach. His past misjudgment on inflation in 2021 adds pressure to his decision.

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Trump Calls for US Attorney's Dismissal Amidst James Mortgage Fraud Case

President Trump demanded the dismissal of US Attorney Erik Siebert, who has faced pressure to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James with mortgage fraud, citing disapproval of James and Siebert's Senate confirmation.

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Netanyahu Accuses China and Qatar of Orchestrating a Political Siege Against Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused China and Qatar of attempting to politically besiege Israel using Western media and social media platforms, claiming a coordinated campaign to erode support among allies.

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Trump Accuses Federal Reserve Governor of Mortgage Fraud

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook faces a Justice Department investigation into alleged mortgage fraud after claiming two properties as her primary residence on mortgage applications within two weeks of each purchase, prompting accusations of falsifying documents and facing potential removal from h...

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Fed Weighs Rate Cut Amidst Economic Slowdown and Political Pressure

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested a potential interest rate cut in September due to economic slowdown and rising unemployment, despite President Trump's pressure, creating tension between economic needs and political influence.

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Powell Hints at September Interest Rate Cut Amid Economic Uncertainty and Political Pressure

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a possible September interest rate cut in his August 22 Jackson Hole speech, driven by a slowing labor market, upward pressure on inflation from tariffs, and political pressure from President Trump.

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Trump Demands Resignation of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook

President Donald Trump called for the resignation of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook on August 20, 2025, following a request by FHFA Director Bill Pulte for an investigation into Cook's past mortgage lending practices; Cook denies wrongdoing and refused to resign.

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