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Copper prices have reached record highs, signaling potential economic complexities. Trump's interactions with Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh could impact his economic policies. Senator Mitch McConnell is returning from rehab to work from home.
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CNBC
Trump's reported phone calls to the Fed chairman will complicate his efforts to prove he will act independently on inflation and interest rates.
2026-08-06 19:38 UTC
CNBC
"On the advice of my doctors, I'll maintain an intensive regimen of physical therapy from home during the state work period," the 84-year-old McConnell said.
2026-08-06 19:47 UTC
CNBC
Once a reliable gauge if economic health, "Dr. Copper" may be giving complicated signals this year.
2026-08-06 19:51 UTC