Kevin Walsh's confirmation hearing comes at a dire time for an independent Fed and for the American economy at large. Donald Trump continues his brazen efforts to force the central bank to serve his personal political interests. rather than the best interests of the American economy and the American people. Trump's attempt to oust Lisa Cook from the Fed board and his sham investigation against Chair Jerome … (01:36–01:44)
CLAIM
Asserts that Trump is attempting to manipulate the central bank for personal political gain.
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