September 16, 2026: Fed Decides to Hike, Trump: Interest Rates Too High, More
Summary
The Federal Reserve raised rates by a quarter point, prompting President Trump to criticize the move and call for lower rates. Markets reacted with higher Treasury yields and a stock market dip, while oil prices fell as Middle East supply issues eased. The House passed broad sanctions targeting Russia and held billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress over his refusal to cooperate in a Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Additionally, the Kennedy Center closed indefinitely due to financial and structural concerns, and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she is cancer-free.
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Federal Reserve raises interest rates by 0.25%
Trump criticizes Fed decision on Truth Social
Market reaction: Yields, stocks, and oil prices
House passes sanctions bill targeting Russia
Leon Black held in contempt of Congress
Kennedy Center closes indefinitely due to disrepair
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles cancer-free
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