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- The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid inflation concerns, with an 8-4 vote signaling deep internal disagreement.
- Fed Chair Jerome Powell announces he will remain on the Board of Governors after his term as chair ends.
- The Senate Banking Committee approves Kevin Wal
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