Trump: Powell Crooked Or Incompetent; Iran Protests | Horizons Middle East & Africa 1/14/2025
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President Trump has criticized Jerome Powell, calling him either 'crooked' or 'incompetent', amid the ongoing DOJ's Fed probe. He also expressed support for Iranian protests and hinted at potential US action. The comments come ahead of Trump's announcement of his choice for Fed chair.
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President Trump calls Jerome Powell either crooked or incompetent as the outcry over the DOJ's Fed probe continues. Trump says he'll announce his choice for Fed chair in the next few weeks; Trump urges Iranians to continue protests against the Khamenei regime, warning he will "act accordingly" once he knows how many demonstrators have been killed; and as Uganda gears up for an election, we bring you our interview with the opposition leader Bobi Wine. Guests include: Christian Nolting, Deutsche Bank, Global CIO; Mehran Kamrava, Georgetown University in Qatar, Professor of Government; and Jumoke Oduwole, Nigerian Industry, Trade and Investment Minister. (Source: Bloomberg)
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Original article published by Bloomberg on January 14, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.