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The Indicator from Planet Money · May 14, 2026 · 9m
How Trump's central bank beef could hurt the economy
The Indicator covers a new Frontline PBS documentary, 'The President vs. the Fed,' which examines the unprecedented power struggle between former President Trump and the Federal Reserve. Directed by James Jacoby, the film explores the political pressure on the central bank's independence and its potential consequences for the economy. The episode, a brief 9-minute discussion, highlights the tensions that arise when political interests clash with monetary policy.
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