Wendy Edelberg

Wendy Edelberg, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, and Alan Blinder, economics professor at Princeton and former Fed vice chair, discuss a DOJ investigation into the Federal Reserve. They explore the implications of this unprecedented action on the Fed's independence and market credibility. Edelberg warns that politicization could lead to regulatory risks, while Blinder describes the alarm among Fed staff. They also delve into how these developments may alter Fed policy and affect small businesses amidst economic uncertainty.

Henry App, a Marketplace reporter specializing in energy markets, discusses the current oil supply dynamics, highlighting high production levels from countries like the U.S. and Brazil amid low demand. Wendy Edelberg, an economist at the Brookings Institution, paints a sobering picture of a no-immigration economy, emphasizing potential declines in job growth and productivity. They also examine Zillow's removal of climate risk data from home listings, the impact of shipping tariffs, and PepsiCo's new dye-free snack options.

Wendy Edelberg, senior fellow and director of The Hamilton Project at Brookings, discusses the positive impact of immigration on the dynamism and fiscal sustainability of the U.S. economy. She also explains her research on the impact immigrants have on local, state, and federal finances. As a whole, immigrants are a net benefit to the U.S. economy, but based largely on immigrants' education levels, the fiscal cost is disproportionately paid by certain state and local areas. Together with co-author Tara Watson, Edelberg proposes a way to redirect some of the federal gains to these communities, piggy-backing on existing programs. Show notes and transcript Dollar & Sense is part of the Brookings Podcast Network. Learn more at brookings.edu/podcasts, and send feedback to podcasts@brookings.edu.

Wendy Edelberg, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and former Fed economist, and Alan Blinder, former vice chair of the Federal Reserve Board, discuss a significant investigation into the Fed and Chair Powell. They explore the implications of perceived political threats to Fed independence and how this might affect market reactions. Edelberg emphasizes the potential risks to market credibility, while Blinder highlights the serious implications of a politicized Fed. The duo offers insights into monetary policy and the future of economic stability.

Wendy Edelberg, a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, dives into the economic repercussions of a low-immigration landscape, predicting lower job growth and a shrinking population. The discussion also touches on the surprising stability of oil supply amid low demand, driven by high production from several countries. Additionally, Wendy explores the implications of Zillow’s decision to remove climate risk labels from home listings, highlighting how this affects buyer awareness. It’s a fascinating exploration of current economic challenges!