Can Trump Save the Dollar?

Tags: The Fed, Monetary Policy, Money and Banks

01/15/2025 J.R. MacLeod

While the US dollar still is the world‘s “reserve” currency, its abuse by the Federal Reserve and federal government has weakened it precipitously. While President-elect Trump recognizes the threats to the dollar, is he willing to do what needs to be done to change the situation?

Original article: Can Trump Save the Dollar?

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