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Trump, Powell and the Fed: How Political Pressure Could Reshape U.S. Monetary Policy

On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former U.S. Mint Director, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education, to explore the growing political pressure on the Federal Reserve. With President Trump openly criticizing and threatening to remove Fed Chair Jerome Powell, this episode examines the risks of politically influenced monetary policy.  

The discussion highlights why central bank independence is vital for economic stability, how mounting national debt and interest rate decisions are connected, and the potential consequences for inflation, market volatility, and the U.S. dollar. The panel also discusses historical parallels and how uncertainty in leadership may increase demand for safe-haven assets like gold. Don’t miss this timely look at power, policy, and economic resilience. 

Contact U.S. Money Reserve today to learn how precious metals can help strengthen, protect, and prepare your financial strategy for the challenges of a rapidly changing global landscape. 

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On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes welcomes Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, along with Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education, to break down silver’s remarkable run and what’s fueling its momentum. 

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How We Got Here: The 50-Year Mortgage and the Cost-of-Living Spiral

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On this episode of America’s Gold Authority® Podcast, host Mike Barnes is joined by Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve and former Director of the U.S. Mint, and Brad Chastain, U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education. Together, they examine the growing conversation around 50-year mortgages and what this unusual proposal says about affordability in today’s economy.

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