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Trump Targets Fed Chair Powell Over Renovation Costs

  In a dramatic escalation of his long-standing feud with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, former President Donald Trump has signaled a potential path to remove Powell from office—citing alleged mismanagement of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Fed’s Washington headquarters. The renovation, which includes upgrades to aging infrastructure and removal of hazardous materials like asbestos, has ballooned in cost over the years. Trump and his allies claim the project includes extravagant features such as rooftop gardens, VIP dining rooms, and premium marble—claims Powell has publicly denied. The Fed insists the renovations are necessary and cost-effective in the long term, consolidating staff and reducing rental expenses. While the Supreme Court has affirmed that a president cannot dismiss the Fed chair over policy disagreements, Trump may be attempting to build a case for removal “for cause,” alleging Powell misled Congress about the renovation’s scope and budget. Criti...
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Travel Insurance: A Must-Have When Travelling Outside Canada




Yes, you should buy travel health insurance before you leave Canada even for a day in the United States. Your Canadian health insurance may not pay your medical bills while you’re outside Canada. Your provincial or territorial health plan may cover none, or only a small part, of the costs of your medical care abroad. It will never pay your bills up front. Foreign hospitals can be very expensive and may require immediate cash payment. In some countries hospitals and clinics will not treat you if you do not have enough insurance or money to pay your bills. The Government of Canada will not pay your medical bills.

You can buy travel insurance through your travel agent, insurance broker, employer’s insurance provider or credit card company. Your travel health insurance policy should always cover the following 3 things: Medical evacuation, Pre-existing medical conditions and Repatriation in case of death.



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