Fed move made itself MORE POLITICAL than anything Trump has done, economist argues

Fox Business | February 24, 2026 at 01:46 AM UTC
Bearish 95% Confidence
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Key Points

  • The Federal Reserve's quantitative easing and monetization of government debt are overtly political actions, not just economic.
  • These policies have contributed to 9% inflation and massive economic inequality, impacting the political landscape.
  • While AI is a transformative technology, current valuations of AI-related stocks are 'ahead of itself' and 'overvalued,' similar to the dot-com era.

AI Summary

Economist Brian Wesbury argues that the Federal Reserve has become overtly political through its quantitative easing policies, leading to inflation and economic inequality. He also discusses the economic impact of AI, comparing current market enthusiasm to the late 1990s dot-com bubble, suggesting AI stocks are currently overvalued.

Model Analysis Breakdown

Model Sentiment Confidence
Gemini 2.5 Flash Bearish 95%
Consensus Bearish 95%