It’s been a week full of surprises and warnings. Here’s a quick roundup of the top economic stories from the week that you might have missed.

Trump Administration Ramps Up Pressure On Oil Industry

The Trump administration has turned up the heat on the oil industry. The Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission have urged state attorneys general to investigate whether oil companies are maintaining high gasoline prices despite falling crude oil costs. The federal authorities are closely monitoring petroleum markets for potential antitrust violations.

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Former Fed Official Drops Bombshell