The Arena with Kasie Hunt

Fed Defies Trump, Raises Interest Rate for First Time Since 2023

September 17, 2026·47 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates, despite pressure from President Trump. House Speaker Johnson sends lawmakers home until after the November elections, preventing the House from acting on AI regulation and other matters. Rep. Pramila Jayapal reacts. President Trump heads down to North Carolina to campaign for the GOP Senate candidate. VP Vance urges voters to "give us another chance" ahead of the midterms. Plus, the Kennedy Center closes after a board vote, despite a judge's order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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