Federal Reserve System
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
Receipts Live: Catherine Rampell & JVL on Oil Price Spikes, Awful Inflation, Record Debt
As gas prices soar and inflation persists, the hosts dissect how the ongoing war with Iran and the administration's economic policies are directly fueling a looming economic crisis, challenging the traditional view of presidential economic influence.
Trump's Plan to Rig the Midterms with the Supreme Court
This episode dissects how Trump's administration weaponizes the Department of Justice and FCC, while the Supreme Court actively dismantles voting rights, creating a landscape where political power is consolidated through legal and administrative maneuvering, not democratic will.
The Erika Kirk Situation is Worse Than You Think
This episode unpacks the bizarre public fallout of Erika Kirk, the horrific murder allegations against musician David Burke, escalating US-Iran tensions, and Republican efforts to redraw election maps after a Supreme Court decision gutted the Voting Rights Act.
They’re stealing the election and SCOTUS said yes
The Supreme Court's recent ruling on voting rights has opened the door for Republicans to redraw electoral maps, potentially 'stealing' elections, while economic warnings from the Fed and questions about government transparency raise further alarms.
PBS News Hour full episode, April 29, 2026
The Supreme Court's decision to weaken the Voting Rights Act, the Pentagon's $25 billion Iran war cost, and a Federal Reserve leadership transition underscore a day of significant political, economic, and social shifts in the U.S.
BREAKING: Worst Consumer Sentiment in History; DOJ Drops Criminal Probe of Chair Powell | Receipts
This episode dissects the political weaponization of the Department of Justice against the Federal Reserve Chair and the partisan distortion of consumer confidence data, highlighting the erosion of independent institutions and free markets.
Elizabeth Warren STUNNED As CNBC Anchor CALLS OUT HER Trump Deranged Hypocrisy Live On Air!
Senator Elizabeth Warren faces intense scrutiny for alleged hypocrisy regarding Federal Reserve independence and banking regulation, drawing sharp criticism for her shifting stances based on political affiliation.
Trump’s Idiotic “Mad Man” Strategy Has Collapsed (w/ Sam Stein) | The Bulwark Podcast
Donald Trump's 'mad man' strategy has reportedly collapsed as he struggles to find an off-ramp in the Iran conflict, while Democrats successfully outmaneuver Republicans in redistricting battles and concerns rise over political appointments and neglected domestic tragedies.
LIVE: GOP TERRIFIED after Election Stunt BACKFIRES!!
Democrats successfully countered Republican mid-decade redistricting efforts, turning a GOP 'election stunt' into a backfire while the ongoing Iran conflict exacerbates global crises and exposes a political credibility gap.
SHOCK BREAKING: TRUMP JUST CATASTROPHICALLY SCREWED HIMSELF!
The host argues that Donald Trump's push for mid-decade redistricting in Republican states backfired, leading to Democratic states like Virginia adopting similar tactics, ultimately costing Republicans House seats and exposing their hypocrisy on gerrymandering.
LIVE: Popok Gives URGENT UPDATE on Breaking Law and Politics News | 4/21/2026
This episode delivers urgent updates on critical legal and political battles, from Virginia's redistricting impact on midterms to the Trump administration's controversial legal actions against perceived opponents and its erratic foreign policy.
SHOCK BREAKING: PANIC ATTACK, TRUMP INTERVIEW GOES WRONG!
This episode dissects the recent political chaos, from Trump's gaffe-filled interviews and Alex Jones's bizarre shirtless rant to the Republican Party's collective panic over upcoming midterms and internal feuds.
Trump’s Crooked Fed Chair Nominee; GOP Plotting Next Supreme Court Pick? w/ Elie Mystal | MR Live
Elie Mystal and Sam Seder discuss the strong political signals indicating Justice Alito's imminent retirement and the GOP's strategic plan to replace him before the 2026 midterms, alongside the concerning origins of the Supreme Court's 'shadow docket'.
LIVE: Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh Senate Confirmation HEARING
Kevin Warsh's Senate confirmation hearing for Federal Reserve Chair exposes deep partisan divides, ethical concerns over undisclosed assets, and fundamental disagreements on Fed independence and economic policy.
Trump Blew Up His Own Economy (w/ Josh Barro & Paige Cognetti) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the severe economic fallout from the Trump administration's impulsive war in Iran, alongside insights into local political corruption and the 'adolescent' nature of modern policymaking.
Markets Rattled, Consumer Sentiment Plunges—While Trump Plays Emperor
Markets are dangerously underpricing global war risks, leading to surging inflation expectations and a looming recession, while systemic fragilities like the AI bubble and private credit markets could compound the crisis.
Justice Department makes SECRET CONFESSION about prosecution
A former federal prosecutor reveals how a Trump-appointed DOJ official admitted to issuing grand jury subpoenas without evidence of a crime, exposing the weaponization of the Department of Justice for political ends.
LIVE: Trump HIT with BOMBSHELL as DOJ Makes DEVASTATING ADMISSION in COURT | Legal AF
Hosts dissect Donald Trump's perceived disastrous handling of the Iran conflict, his plummeting poll numbers, and the weaponization of the Justice Department and Supreme Court to suppress votes and target political adversaries.
Iran REJECTS Trump's 15 Point Peace Plan | PBD #765
This episode dissects the US-Iran peace plan impasse, suspicious oil market activity, the evolving job market amidst AI integration, and the contrasting tax policies of US states, offering a high-signal overview of current geopolitical and economic shifts.
New Inflation Warnings from Fed; Could Iran War Raise Prices AND Cause Recession?
This episode details a worst-case economic scenario where the Iran war, combined with an AI bubble and private credit risks, could trigger a global recession or depression, leaving policymakers with few effective tools.
Trump DOJ FREAKS OUT as Judge DELIVERS FATAL BLOW to Investigation | It's Complicated
Federal courts delivered significant blows to politically motivated actions by the Trump administration, blocking sweeping vaccine revisions and quashing a subpoena against the Federal Reserve Chair, underscoring the critical role of judicial oversight and administrative procedure.
LIVE: Trump SUFFERS COURT LOSSES as WAR ESCALATES!! | Legal AF
Donald Trump faces significant legal setbacks, including a judge quashing his subpoena against the Federal Reserve chair, while new details emerge from the Epstein investigation, and a controversial TikTok acquisition deal raises concerns about alleged corruption and foreign policy influence.
"Crushing rejection!" Jeanine Pirro gets BRUTAL NEWS in court
A federal judge quashed subpoenas targeting Jerome Powell, ruling they were an abuse of prosecutorial power driven by political harassment, not evidence of a crime.
Trump Clearly Doesn’t Understand His Own War | The Next Level
The hosts dissect how the Trump administration deliberately obscures the realities of war and manipulates public perception, highlighting the dangerous implications of Jared Kushner's undisclosed role in negotiations and the media's complicity.