Trump’s Attacks on the Fed and BLS Threaten Key Source of Economic Strength

22/08/2025 11:20 New York Times

The president’s efforts to control the Federal Reserve and Bureau of Labor Statistics carry risks. But collectively, the moves could be even more damaging, economists warn.

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