What the Fed's interest rate hike reveals about Warsh, Trump and inflation
September 17, 2026 / 2:12 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter-point, the first hike in three years.
- Fed Chair Kevin Warsh delivered a hawkish message, indicating a willingness for further rate hikes to combat inflation.
- Investors reacted negatively to the potential for prolonged higher rates, causing a stock market drop.
- The Iran war's impact on global oil prices is a significant factor contributing to rising inflation.
- Warsh's comments suggest the Fed is prioritizing inflation control, even if it means diverging from White House suggestions for lower rates.