William Pulte, a political appointee with little housing policy experience, is using his federal post and massive social media following to attack the Federal Reserve chief—and grab Trump’s attention.

New data from the White House Council of Economic Advisers backs President Donald Trump's calls for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates.

Key Points Donald Trump is publicly pressuring Fed Chair Jerome Powell to cut interest rates sooner, while exploring controversial arguments—including costly Federal Reserve renovations—as potential grounds for dismissal.

President Trump has denied plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell despite frequent criticism. The issue has caused market fluctuations and debate within political circles. Republican Senator Thom Tillis has defended the Fed's independence,

A sprawling $2.5 billion project to renovate the central bank’s headquarters in Washington has become the focal point of attacks from the Trump administration.

President Donald Trump threatens to impose 100 percent tariffs on Russia if Putin fails to end the war with Ukraine within 50 days.