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9/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett

9/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett

Summary

The Federal Reserve voted unanimously to raise interest rates. President Donald Trump campaigned for Republican Senate candidate Michael Whatley in North Carolina.

Key Facts

  • The Federal Reserve agreed to increase interest rates.
  • The decision was unanimous among Federal Reserve members.
  • Higher interest rates typically mean borrowing money becomes more expensive.
  • President Trump is actively supporting Michael Whatley, a GOP Senate nominee.
  • The campaign event took place in North Carolina.
  • Michael Whatley is running for a Senate seat.
  • The news was reported on CBS News on September 16.
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