Investors, not the Fed, control the interest rates that matter most to businesses and consumers. They might demand higher ...

For a moment on Wednesday, it looked like President Donald Trump would finally attempt the improbable and fire Federal ...

The project has exceeded its initial budget. But what the Trump adminstration really wants is lower interest rates.

Privately, White House officials acknowledge uncertainty about Trump firing Powell solely based on accusations he mismanaged a multi-year renovation project.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is gaining some key backing on Capitol Hill from GOP senators who fear ...

President Trump said it was "highly unlikely" he would fire Jerome Powell, but also said he discussed the idea with Republican lawmakers who expressed support.

The independence of central banks, which allows policymakers to operate free from political meddling, is considered ...

Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, the top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, offered support Wednesday for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whose policies she frequently criticizes.

Trump urged the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates to 1%, but economists argue this could backfire, risking inflation & ...

President Donald Trump sent the U.S. stock market on a jagged round trip Wednesday after saying he had "talked about the ...

US President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff push is reshaping the global economy ― with Japan caught in the crossfire.