While Trump's advisors call for a quick rate decrease. some at the Fed say a hike is more likely.
Because "neutral" interest rates have declines, the Fed will rely on its balance sheet to stave off recession.
The Fed is prepared for inflation, but less so for lower-than-expected numbers.
The budget deficit could hit 11 percent of gross domestic product in the next downturn, he said.
American men continue to be left at a disadvantage in the new economy.
The Fed chairman said that workers returning to employment are causing additional slack in the labor market.
Relatively benign inflation means Valentines Day is only slightly more expensive for most consumers this year.
The U.S. is more sensitive to movements in other countries' economies than ever before.
A more dovish Fed means that there's less the central bank can do to combat the effects of the next recession.
The government shutdown could mean a brain drain of data collectors.