US trade policy

US Trade Secretary Bessent Says Powell Will Leave FED Board in May 2026

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Bessent Says Powell Will Leave FED Board in May 2026: In a comprehensive interview, US Trade Secretary Bessent addressed key economic and trade issues—from the Federal Reserve’s inflation outlook and speculation around Chair Jerome Powell’s future to Nvidia’s resumed GPU exports to China. He explained how export control policies were used as leverage in ongoing …

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US Trade Secretary Bessent Talks Tough: 20% Tariffs, No Extensions, and a Big Bet on US Jobs Boom

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US Trade Secretary Bessent Talks Tough:Bessent lays down the law on global trade, warning the EU, Japan, and Vietnam to finalize deals before the July 9 deadline—or face steep tariffs. In a wide-ranging interview, he details tariff strategies, the Vietnam deal, UK’s early win, and how upcoming tax reforms could trigger a surge in U.S. …

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