DOJ Investigates Fed Chair Powell in Unprecedented Move
US Justice Department opens criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, escalating a political battle over interest rates and central bank independence. Read the full analysis.
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Powell Warns Political Pressure Threatens Fed Independence
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell issues stark warning as DoJ investigation raises fears of political interference in US monetary policy. Could Trump's actions backfire?
Trump Fed Pressure Risks 1970s Inflation, Analysts Say
Economists warn Donald Trump's attempts to influence the Federal Reserve could trigger 1970s-style inflation and global market backlash. Read the full analysis.
Trump Calls for Federal Reserve Investigation
Former President Donald Trump demands an investigation into the Federal Reserve and Chair Jerome Powell, alleging political bias. Explore the potential impact on US economic policy.
US Criminal Probe Targets Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell
The US Department of Justice has opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, sparking fears over central bank independence and sending gold prices soaring.
Senator to Block Fed Nominations Over Powell Investigation
US Senator Thom Tillis pledges to halt all Federal Reserve appointments after a Justice Department investigation into Chair Jerome Powell, escalating a clash over central bank independence. Read the full story.
Powell: DOJ Threatens Criminal Indictment Over Fed Testimony
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell alleges the Department of Justice threatened him with a criminal indictment over Congressional testimony. Read the full story on the escalating pressure on the US central bank.
ICE Agents Deployed, Fed Chair Probed, Iran Tensions Rise
Multiple US crises unfold: ICE agents sent to Minneapolis after fatal shooting, Fed Chair Powell faces criminal probe, and Trump warns Cuba over Venezuela oil. Get the latest analysis.
Trump Threatens Criminal Charges Against Fed Chair
Financial markets tumble as the Trump administration threatens to indict Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, reigniting a fierce battle over US central bank independence. Read the full story.
Dollar falls on Powell investigation news
The US dollar index drops 0.2%, lifting sterling to $1.3440. Analysts warn political pressure on the Fed could further weaken the greenback. Read the full analysis.
FTSE 100 at 10,000, City Hiring Slumps, Powell Investigated
The FTSE 100 breaks the 10,000 mark as City hiring falls. Fed Chair Jerome Powell is under investigation. Get the latest market news and analysis.
Powell: Trump Admin Threatens Criminal Charges Against Fed
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell alleges the Justice Department is threatening him criminally for defying Trump's rate cut demands. Explore the escalating political attack on central bank independence.
US Labour Market Holds Firm with 50,000 December Jobs
US hiring remained steady in December with 50,000 new jobs, as economists describe a 'no hire, no fire' phase. The Fed weighs data for its next interest rate decision. Read the full analysis.
Labour's 'Incumbency First' Plan to Protect Sitting MPs
Deputy leader Lucy Powell tells Labour MPs the party will focus on defending existing seats and training MPs to be community leaders. She urges an end to infighting to secure the government's future.
Ex-Labour strategist warns party needs reset to counter Reform
Chris Powell, a former Labour adviser, warns Keir Starmer is not doing enough to counter the populist threat from Nigel Farage's Reform UK. He calls for a complete strategic overhaul, drawing lessons from New Labour's 1990s playbook.
Ex-Labour strategist warns of 'existential threat' from Reform UK
Sir Chris Powell, New Labour's former ad chief, urges Keir Starmer to launch a major counter-plan against Nigel Farage's party, calling the populist surge a 'terrifying threat' to UK democracy.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady at 5.25%
The US Federal Reserve maintains its key interest rate at 5.25%, resisting political pressure. Explore the implications for inflation and the global economy.
Trump warns Hamas, attacks Fed's Powell after Netanyahu meeting
Donald Trump hosted Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago, warning Hamas faces 'hell to pay' and attacking Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Netanyahu announced Trump will receive Israel's highest civilian honour. Read the latest US politics developments.
Trump renews attack on Fed's Jerome Powell, threatens lawsuit
Donald Trump launched a fresh tirade against Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, calling him a 'fool' and suggesting a lawsuit for 'gross incompetence' over Fed building costs.
Reddit tip led police to Brown University shooting suspect
A crucial Reddit post identified a grey Nissan, leading police to the suspect in the Brown University shooting that killed two students. Discover how online sleuthing helped solve the case.
US Jobs Data Reveals Volatile Post-Shutdown Labour Market
Delayed US jobs data shows a volatile labour market, with a four-year high unemployment rate of 4.6%. Federal Reserve Chair warns data should be viewed with a 'skeptical eye'. Read the full analysis.
Tragic story of a homeless 13-year-old in Nottingham
A journalist reflects on meeting a homeless 13-year-old boy, Craig, and the systemic failures in UK criminal justice, mental health and probation that led to tragedy.
UK-jailed Albanian rapist wanted for Kosovo armed robbery
Rinor Korqa, serving a UK sentence for a predatory rape, is wanted in Kosovo for a 2017 armed home robbery. The Home Secretary must decide on the extradition request.
Report: Jailing marginalised women ruins lives, harms children
A new report reveals the devastating impact of imprisoning vulnerable women in the UK. It's a feminist issue that demands urgent justice reform. Read the full findings.
Victoria to make coercive control a standalone offence
The Victorian government will legislate to make coercive control a criminal offence in 2026, matching an opposition pledge. Read the details of this major policy shift.
Three in four crown court trials may lose jury under reforms
Sky News analysis reveals the scale of proposed justice reforms that could transfer most jury trials to judges. Explore the data and what it means for court backlogs.
New laws protect rape victims from 'serial liar' questioning
Major legal reforms in England and Wales will ban the use of victims' past sexual history in court, aiming to end the 'profound injustice' that drives survivors from the justice system.
Courts in 'calamitous' state, warns ex-judge
Sir Brian Leveson defends government plan to restrict jury trials, claiming it will save 20% time and tackle the 80,000-case backlog. Victims are waiting years for justice.
Labour to Scrap Jury Trials in Certain Cases
The Labour government plans to abolish jury trials for some serious offences, sparking a major debate on justice reform and civil liberties in the UK. Read the full analysis.
Labour to Scrap Jury Trials for Minor Offences
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans judge-only trials for cases with under 3-year sentences. Will it clear court backlogs or just save money? Analysis inside.
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