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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 10 MIN

Hike, Cut or Hold? What will the new Fed head do on interest rates

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The new chair of the world's most powerful central bank is being sworn in at the White House today. Kevin Warsh becomes the 17th Chair of the Federal Reserve at a very tense moment for the US and global economies. He's an advocate for cutting rates. something President Trump has long demanded. Also, why were 2 boxes of Japanese Melons worth $36,500?

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