Fed governors Michelle Bowman, Christopher Waller voted against leaving rates steady — most dissents since 1993
1. Fed's decision to hold rates steady led to unprecedented dissent among governors. 2. Two governors preferred a rate cut, citing slowing economic momentum. 3. Dissenting votes indicate broader debate at the Fed, uncommon in recent years. 4. Fear of tariffs affecting inflation contrasts with calls for rate reduction. 5. Waller and Bowman advocate for easing rates, reflecting economic uncertainty.