January 11, 2026: Fed Chair Powell confirms prosecutors are investigating his 2025 congressional testimony on the Fed's $2.5B HQ renovation (marble floors, VIP dining, escalating costs).
His fiery quote? This isn't really about buildings. It's about whether the Fed sets rates based on data... or bows to political intimidation.
Powell straight-up ties it to Trump demanding aggressive rate cuts. Trump fires back: "I know nothing about it" but keeps slamming Powell.
Markets went wild instantly: Futures, tanked, Dollar slid, Gold rocketed past $4,600/oz as safe-haven frenzy hit.
Bipartisan outrage exploding. Former Fed chairs condemn it. Even some GOP senators call it an attack on central bank freedom.
Why should YOU care? When politics muscles into monetary policy, volatility skyrockets.
Headline risk just went nuclear. Crowded trades?
Getting wrecked faster than ever.
January FOMC now loaded with extra drama. Will they pause cuts?
How much political premium do markets bake in?
Buckle up. This clash could reshape everything. Central bank independence under siege feels straight out of history books... but it's happening NOW.
What do you think? Fight for Fed freedom or legit oversight? Drop your take below!
