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Bessent made mortgage claims similar to ones Trump cited to try to fire Fed's Cook: Report

1. Treasury Secretary Bessent's mortgage agreements raise questions of regulatory integrity. 2. Cook's alleged mortgage fraud investigation could affect Fed's credibility and policies. 3. Trump's attempts to remove Cook signal tension within U.S. monetary policy leadership.

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Why Bearish?

The scrutiny of Fed officials may undermine confidence, leading to market volatility. Historical controversies in Fed leadership often precede negative market reactions.

How important is it?

Ongoing investigations and leadership tensions at the Fed influence broader economic policy, impacting investor sentiment.

Why Short Term?

Immediate uncertainty surrounding Fed leadership can cause short-term volatility as markets react to news events.

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