The Tensions of Central Bank Independence and Political Pressure

President Donald Trump has repeatedly attacked Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates. But lowering interest rates at the wrong time can spark inflation, which is a burden on working-class families. Today, we'll discuss accountability, independence, and the Fed with Karen Petrou, financial analyst and co-founder of Federal Financial Analytics. And later: Tariffs are straining the relationship between the U.S. and Canada, and they're starting to impact border town tourism.