Powell: Independence from politics is vital to its interest rate decisions

By By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer

WASHINGTON (AP) — Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that the Federal Reserve’s ability to set interest rates free of political interference is necessary for it to make decisions to serve “all Americans” rather than a political party or political outcome.

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TUESDAY

March 30, 2026

Catch up on all the latest news from around the region in Tuesday’s Mon Valley Independent.

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Monessen OKs boat ramp agreement with USACE

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

March 30, 2026

The deal doesn’t apply to other parts of the Herman Mihalich River Launch. Monessen council unanimously approved an agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers last week for work on the boat ramp ...

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Peoples Gas proposes raising average monthly bill by $16

By JACK TROY TribLive

March 30, 2026

The utility says it needs additional money for infrastructure upgrades. Peoples Gas wants to raise rates for the average residential customer by just over $16 a month, according to a request filed Fri...

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PENNWEST STUDENTS VOLUNTEER IN BIG EVENT

March 30, 2026

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EASTER EGG TREASURES IN MONONGAHELA

March 30, 2026

See more photos on A2 and in our online photo gallery at www. monvalleyindependent.com.

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March 30, 2026

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