Trump Credit Card Interest Rate Cap: President Reports Direct Industry Talks
President Trump reveals direct talks with credit card companies. Learn how the potential Trump credit card interest rate cap could affect your wallet.
Your monthly credit card bill might finally shrink. President Donald Trump announced he's been fielding calls from major credit-card companies as interest rate pressure mounts.
Trump Credit Card Fees: A Potential Shift for Consumers
According to Reuters, Trump claimed that industry giants are reaching out to discuss the current lending landscape. This comes amid his previous pledges to cap credit card interest rates, which currently hover between 21% and 25% for many Americans. The move is seen as a direct challenge to Wall Street's lucrative fee structures.
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