Fed Maintains Rates in July 2025 as Crypto Dips 4% on Policy Uncertainty
The Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision has ignited renewed speculation within the cryptocurrency market as investors brace for a pivotal week of economic announcements and geopolitical developments. Scheduled for this week, the Fed’s meeting comes amid heightened political tensions, with U.S. President Trump’s direct engagement with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell underscoring the stakes. Trump’s recent visit to the Fed and his conditional support for rate cuts—tied to his tariff policies—highlight the interplay between political pressures and monetary policy. The administration is expected to send nearly 200 tariff letters by Friday, with delays risking U.S. credibility in trade negotiations. Conversely,…