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POLITICSPhiladelphia Inquirer·16h ago

Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut

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The move comes as Americans are already struggling with high costs for groceries, gas, and housing. Affordability has taken on a leading role in the upcoming midterm elections, just seven weeks away.

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