Looks like Senator Tommy Tuberville isn't pulling any punches when it comes to the Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell. The Auburn Republican has been vocal this past week, arguing Powell should be canned after deciding to hold steady on interest rates. Senator Tuberville's been simmering since Powell's Wednesday announcement that rates would stay put between 4.25% and 4.5%. Tuberville believes the time is ripe to lower those rates, citing a healthy economy and stable inflation. "Well, he's playing God, is what he's doing," Tuberville blasted on Fox Business. He also claimed Powell conveniently lowered rates "right before the election for Kamala Harris." The Senator's message is clear: "FJP — Fire Jerome Powell!" Even U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) seems to agree the economy's on the right track. In a recent Senate Banking hearing, she quizzed Powell, who conceded the economy is "strong," the labor market's healthy, and inflation is "in a pretty good place." So, what's the deal with the rate hold, Powell?Coach Tuberville Calls for Powell's Head!
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"Playing God?"
Britt Agrees Economy's Looking Up!
