The Federal Reserve is facing tough choices as the economy faces deep uncertainty

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The Federal Reserve's job is expected to hold its benchmark interest rate steady as it faces inflationary pressure from the war with Iran — and a weakening labor market.

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The Federal Reserve is facing tough choices as the economy faces deep uncertainty
NPR Topics: News

The Federal Reserve is facing tough choices as the economy faces deep uncertainty

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The Federal Reserve's job is expected to hold its benchmark interest rate steady as it faces inflationary pressure from the war with Iran — and a weakening labor market.