#PowellRemarks

The statement "JUST IN: 🇺🇸 Fed Chair Jerome Powell says US economy is solid despite uncertainty" means:

Jerome Powell, the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve (the central bank), is saying that:

The U.S. economy is performing well — it's growing, jobs are stable, and consumer spending is strong.

••Despite uncertainty, such as:

••Global economic issues (like conflicts or slowdowns in other countries)

••Inflation concerns

••Interest rate decisions

••Market volatility