
President Trump’s unprecedented challenges to the Federal Reserve — and what it means for the economy. FRONTLINE traces the battle between Trump and the Fed as the central bank steers the economy through an increasingly precarious moment.

Donald Trump
Cast

Jerome Powell
Cast
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May 12, 2026
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James Jacoby
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PBS
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