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A sharp look at how war, oil shocks, and the Fed’s first unanimous rate hike in years are reshaping the economy. In the full Breaking Points episode, Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti unpack why the Federal Reserve raised rates by a quarter point, how Donald Trump ended up furious over a move he never wanted, and why rising inflation pressure is tied to the Iran conflict, diesel shortages, and energy-route disruptions. This condensed recap highlights the real-world impact on credit cards, home equity lines, mortgage rates, construction financing, and the housing market, plus the strange shift of capital toward data centers and away from middle-class homebuilding. You’ll also hear the setup for conversations with Derek Thompson on AI and Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor on end-times fascism. Get the key ideas on macroeconomics, central banking, housing, and geopolitical risk in minutes. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.