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FRONTLINE PBS June 27, 2026 20m

Former adviser on Trump’s economic worldview | FRONTLINE

Summary

The discussion centers on the Federal Reserve's actions and interest rate policies during Trump's first term. It highlights Trump's critique of the Fed for raising rates too high, believing it hampered economic growth. The practical takeaway is that the market, influenced by inflation expectations, largely determines interest rates, and the Fed's actions can significantly impact economic booms and busts, as exemplified by the 2018 stock market crash.

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