Market Performance - On September 4, US stock indices closed higher, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average up 0.77%, the Nasdaq up 0.98%, and the S&P 500 up 0.83%, reaching new closing highs [1] - Major tech stocks saw significant gains, with Amazon rising over 4%, Netflix over 2%, and Google reaching a historical high with a 0.68% increase [1] - Chinese concept stocks generally declined, with the Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index down 1.11%, and several companies like Alibaba and NIO dropping over 3% [1] Federal Reserve Developments - The Federal Reserve is experiencing internal divisions regarding interest rate decisions, with some members advocating for rate cuts while others emphasize inflation risks [6] - The probability of the Fed maintaining rates in September is 0.6%, while the likelihood of a 25 basis point cut is 99.4% [6] - Recent comments from New York Fed President John Williams suggest that while a rate cut may be appropriate over time, the impact of tariffs on inflation has been less severe than initially feared [6] Legal and Political Context - The Trump administration has urged the Supreme Court to expedite a ruling on tariffs, claiming that a recent appellate court decision undermines presidential authority in foreign trade matters [3] - The investigation into Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook by the Justice Department raises questions about her potential dismissal by Trump, marking a significant escalation in tensions between the administration and the Fed [4][5] - Trump's recent actions, including submitting new arguments to the Supreme Court, reflect ongoing conflicts regarding economic policy and the independence of the Federal Reserve [3][4]