"Warning from Elizabeth Warren: Trump's Fed Power Grab Threatens Global Economic Stability"
Senator Elizabeth Warren has warned that President Donald Trump's attempts to exert control over the Federal Reserve are a "terrible" and "undermining" move for the US economy, which in turn would have far-reaching consequences globally.
The Massachusetts senator, who chairs the Senate banking committee, took aim at Trump's latest power play, where the Department of Justice launched a criminal investigation into Fed Chairman Jerome Powell. Warren sees this as an attempt by the President to micromanage monetary policy, which has been met with resistance from Powell and some Fed officials who argue that they must rely on data-driven decision-making.
"This is terrible for our economy," Warren stated, adding that Trump's actions would undermine America's influence around the world. "He's burning down the gold standard for data-driven monetary policy, and that will be costly to the United States."
Warren's comments came during a speech at the National Press Club in Washington D.C., where she outlined her vision for the Democratic party's future, focusing on economic policies that prioritize working-class families over wealthy donors. She emphasized the need for Democrats to earn trust with the electorate by taking on powerful interests and advocating for lower costs for average American families.
The senator also used Trump's rhetoric as a teachable moment for Democrats. "Donald Trump stood up every day for a solid year promising to lower costs for American families," Warren noted, only to see costs rise due to Trump administration policies. This, she argues, is the moment for Democrats to stand up and call out the President's betrayal while laying out their own agenda.
Warren's message suggests that her party must move beyond simply criticizing Trump and focus on offering a compelling alternative that addresses the concerns of working-class Americans. By doing so, they can rebuild trust with voters and create a "sturdy big tent" for the Democratic party ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Senator Elizabeth Warren has warned that President Donald Trump's attempts to exert control over the Federal Reserve are a "terrible" and "undermining" move for the US economy, which in turn would have far-reaching consequences globally.
The Massachusetts senator, who chairs the Senate banking committee, took aim at Trump's latest power play, where the Department of Justice launched a criminal investigation into Fed Chairman Jerome Powell. Warren sees this as an attempt by the President to micromanage monetary policy, which has been met with resistance from Powell and some Fed officials who argue that they must rely on data-driven decision-making.
"This is terrible for our economy," Warren stated, adding that Trump's actions would undermine America's influence around the world. "He's burning down the gold standard for data-driven monetary policy, and that will be costly to the United States."
Warren's comments came during a speech at the National Press Club in Washington D.C., where she outlined her vision for the Democratic party's future, focusing on economic policies that prioritize working-class families over wealthy donors. She emphasized the need for Democrats to earn trust with the electorate by taking on powerful interests and advocating for lower costs for average American families.
The senator also used Trump's rhetoric as a teachable moment for Democrats. "Donald Trump stood up every day for a solid year promising to lower costs for American families," Warren noted, only to see costs rise due to Trump administration policies. This, she argues, is the moment for Democrats to stand up and call out the President's betrayal while laying out their own agenda.
Warren's message suggests that her party must move beyond simply criticizing Trump and focus on offering a compelling alternative that addresses the concerns of working-class Americans. By doing so, they can rebuild trust with voters and create a "sturdy big tent" for the Democratic party ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
come on elizabeth warren is just trying to be relevant again 
her whole argument about trump's fed power grab being bad for the economy is so predictable 
anyone who knows a thing about economics knows that the fed has been completely out of control for years and this is just another attempt by politicians to control something they don't understand 
meanwhile, she's still pushing her ridiculous wealth tax idea 
like it's gonna magically fix everything 
. Warren's right on point, though - this move undermines the economy and America's credibility worldwide 
Trump's actions are like a bad investment decision for our country's future 
. We need more data-driven policies, not just Trump's random musings 
. Democrats gotta step up and show us what they're working for - working-class families over the 1% 
. It's time to get real about the issues and make some noise, folks! #NotMyFed #DataDrivenPoliciesMatter
we need more people in politics who actually care about the working class and not just the 1% 
. Warren's right on the money when she says this is "terrible for our economy". We need leaders who can trust the data and make smart decisions based on that, not ones who are just making it up as they go along 
. And btw, Warren's message about Democrats moving forward with a clear vision and agenda? That's some much-needed wisdom 
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. Warren's right, this would be disastrous for the economy and global stability 
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. We need more than just criticizing Trump - we need concrete solutions that benefit working-class families 
. It's time for Democrats to step up and offer an alternative 
. Trump's trying to burn it down, but Warren's warning signs are loud and clear 
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How can we trust the economy if someone's just making stuff up as they go along?
she's speaking truth to power and calling out trump for his reckless actions. i mean who wants the president controlling the fed? it's like something out of a dystopian novel 
the thing that really stands out to me is how trumps rhetoric vs reality plays out - remember when he was promising to lower costs for american families? yeah, didn't happen 
newsflash trump: the fed is not your plaything you cant just make decisions for america without considering the long term effects and all the experts who have dedicated their lives to understanding economics are literally throwing themselves under the bus because of you
I'm all about this Elizabeth Warren vibe, ya know? She's like the ultimate people's champ, speaking truth to power and holding those in charge accountable 
. I mean, can you imagine if our leaders actually put the needs of everyday folks over corporate interests for once? 
. I'm loving this new direction for the Democratic party – it's about time we had some real leadership that puts America back on track 
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