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Fed appears likely to raise rates, defying President Trump

The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday and Wednesday. It is widely expected to raise its short-term interest rate to fight high inflation, a move that will likely frustrate President Trump.

Host Robin Young speaks to Roben Farzad, host of Full Disclosure.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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