https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bessent-and-warsh-take-on-the-bond-bearsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bessent-and-warsh-take-on-the-bond-bearshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bessent-and-warsh-take-on-the-bond-bears#u73864Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:41:56 +0000Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is resisting Donald Trump's demands for lower interest rates, positioning himself to potentially raise them instead. While Trump seeks cheaper credit, Warsh is prioritizing the fight against inflation, which has been stoked by ongoing war. This creates a direct conflict between the president and his appointee, as Warsh focuses on maintaining the Federal Reserve's credibility and managing bond market volatility rather than following the White House's preference for monetary easing.Why it mattersThe Federal Reserve typically operates independen