Tension grows between President Trump and Jerome Powell

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Tension has grown between President Trump and head of the Federal Reserve. Jerome Powell has faced fierce criticism from Donald Trump, who's accused him of being too slow to cut interest rates.
We speak to Chinese manufacturers about the impact of tariffs on their business
And a host of new Star Wars films and TV shows have been announced. Ryan Gosling, one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, will take the lead.

18 Apr 6PM English United Kingdom Business

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