On March 28, 2025, macro strategist Craig Shapiro of The Bear Traps Report publicly criticized the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, accusing it of 'gaslighting the public' regarding inflation expectations. This statement reflects a politically engaged stance that challenges dominant narratives around monetary policy, aligning with anti-authoritarian perspectives.

In a recent Exec. podcast, Larry McDonald, CEO of The Bear Traps Report, discussed how democratizing access to financial data can empower everyday investors. He critiqued traditional power structures and policies—including those of the Trump Administration—and underscored the importance of leveraging technology to provide transparent, actionable macroeconomic insights.

In a podcast interview on Exec, Bear Traps Report CEO Larry McDonald discussed the need to democratize financial information, challenge traditional bank-dominated financial systems, and analyze political risks including critiques of the Trump Administration. The conversation highlights his commitment to increasing transparency and questioning established power structures.