(CNN)– Wednesday, Dec. 10,  the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates once again for a third consecutive time. The Central Bank dropped its benchmark lending rate by a quarter point to a range between three-and-a-half, and three-and-three-quarters percent. The cut was made over objectio ns from some Fed officials who believe a focus on the higher cost of living should be prioritized. Today’s action comes as the economy grapples with continued inflation woes and weak job growth. Categories: News Tags: Federal Reserve, Federal Reserve Chair, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, U.S. economy ...read more read less