Because tariff effects may be smaller than expected

Bowman is the second central banker in recent days to suggest tariffs are likely to have a temporary and muted impact on prices.

Comments from two officials, both appointed by President Trump, suggest a split among policymakers.

Because tariff effects may be smaller than expected

The Fed chair will tell lawmakers that the central bank can wait to see how President Trump’s tariffs affect the economy before lowering borrowing costs.