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US Fed chair front-runner Hassett pledges independence from Trump

New York, United States, December 14, 2025 — In New York on a snowy afternoon, Kevin Hassett, the front-runner to lead the Federal Reserve, told reporters that the Fed must stay independent, even as he concedes that President Trump’s opinions carry weight. The pledge comes amid political pressure an

The 30-second versionNew York, United States, December 14, 2025 — In New York on a snowy afternoon, Kevin Hassett, the front-runner to lead the Federal Reserve, told reporters that the Fed must stay independent, even as he concedes that President Trump’s opinions carry weight.The pledge comes amid political pressure an
Editorial·Dec 14·2 min read
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Josh Brolin Looks Back on Donald Trump Friendship

In a piece drawing on coverage from The Independent (UK) and subsequent reporting, Josh Brolin looks back at a friendship formed with Donald Trump before Trump ascended to the presidency. He recalls meeting Trump after filming Wall Street 2, a moment that framed for him a different side of Trump’s b

The 30-second versionIn a piece drawing on coverage from The Independent (UK) and subsequent reporting, Josh Brolin looks back at a friendship formed with Donald Trump before Trump ascended to the presidency.He recalls meeting Trump after filming Wall Street 2, a moment that framed for him a different side of Trump’s b
Editorial·Nov 30·2 min read
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