The Daily Signal President Trump & Fed. Chairman Powell Face Off, DOJ Replaces Alina Habba with Herself | July 25, 2025
Jul 25, 2025
Tensions rise as Trump and Fed Chairman Powell discuss the new Federal Reserve building and budget concerns. Meanwhile, the Democrats stumble while trying to critique grocery prices, exposing their own challenges. In a surprising twist, Alina Habba replaces herself as U.S. Attorney, mirroring the chaotic nature of political appointments. The podcast dives into the ongoing economic debates and the complexities within the Trump administration's judicial nominations.
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Trump-Powell Clash Over Fed Building Costs
- President Trump and Fed Chairman Powell showed tension over a new Fed building's cost overruns, despite generally good economic reports.
- The building includes unusual features like rooftop beehives, sparking controversy about spending and transparency.
Democrats' Grocery Price Dunk Fails
- Democrats tried to critique grocery price rises under Trump but their data revealed steeper price increases under Biden.
- Their social media backlash led them to delete the misleading tweet and focus on minimum wage issues instead.
Alina Habba Fired, Rehired in DOJ Drama
- The Trump DOJ appointed Alina Habba as acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, then she was briefly replaced by her deputy.
- After DOJ fired the deputy, Habba was reappointed, highlighting political and judicial skirmishes behind the scenes.