The Federal Reserve faces a critical dilemma as bond market tensions rise: it must choose between addressing mounting inflation fears in the Treasury market or accommodating Trump’s calls for lower interest rates. With the 10-year term premium reaching its highest level since 2014 and long-term yields rising despite recent rate cuts, the Fed appears likely to prioritize inflation control over presidential preferences, potentially setting up conflicts with the incoming administration.

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