Trump repeats his calls for interest rate cuts and criticizes Fed Chair Powell

U.S. President Donald Trump has recently spoken out multiple times to express his dissatisfaction with the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy. His focus is on a significantly more restrictive interest rate policy. These repeated accusations against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell highlight an ongoing conflict between the executive branch and the central bank.

Renewed Call for More Aggressive Rate Cuts

Trump argues that the United States could currently benefit from the lowest interest rates worldwide. According to his statements documented by BlockBeats, the current benchmark rates should be substantially lower than they are now. The president repeatedly emphasizes that such measures would secure a competitive advantage for the American economy in the global market.

Criticism of the Federal Reserve’s Monetary Policy

Trump’s ongoing accusations against Powell underscore the fundamental differences between government policy and the independent strategy of the central bank. While the Federal Reserve attempts to maintain its independence in monetary decision-making, Trump continues his campaign to push for lower interest rates. These tensions between the two institutions reflect a classic conflict between short-term economic goals and long-term price stability.