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Trump Warns: “Perfect Time” for FED Rate Cuts — Will Jerome Powell Listen?

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Zameer Attar

The debate over Federal Reserve rate cuts is heating up again. President Donald Trump says he’s not firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell — but he’s clearly running out of patience. In classic Trump style, the message is direct, the pressure is rising, and the markets are watching closely.

Here’s what’s unfolding behind the scenes.

“Perfect Time” for Action, Says Trump

Speaking to reporters, Trump called it the “perfect time” for the Fed to lower interest rates. He dismissed growing speculation about Powell’s removal but didn’t hold back on criticism of the Fed’s slow pace.

“I’m not firing Powell,” Trump said, blaming the media for the rumors. But he added that Powell should be moving faster, especially as other global central banks are already easing their policies.

“He should act early or on time, not late,” Trump said, signaling that the Fed’s current approach could soon fall behind the curve.

Bitcoin Breaks $90K as Market Reacts

Despite Trump’s strong remarks, broader markets stayed steady. But Bitcoin surged past the $90,000 mark, boosted by optimism from both Trump’s comments and new statements from the U.S. Treasury Secretary, who called the trade war with China “unsustainable.”

Short-term Treasury yields edged up to 3.82% after a weak government bond auction, while the U.S. dollar held its ground. Investors appeared cautiously optimistic about easing trade tensions.

Analysts: Trump Is Managing Expectations

Analysts say Trump’s push for rate cuts might be more about shaping public expectations than actually threatening Powell’s role. While Trump says Powell is safe, his public pressure could serve to redirect blame if economic growth slows.

This isn’t the first time Trump has publicly criticized the Fed — and likely won’t be the last.

Fed Holds Course as Inflation Stays High

For now, the Federal Reserve is staying the course. Powell’s position appears secure, and Fed officials are focused on evaluating the long-term effects of Trump’s trade, tax, and immigration policies.

With inflation still running above the 2% target for the fourth year in a row, most Fed members believe current interest rates are appropriate.

Growth Risks Could Force a Rethink

Still, some economists warn that the ripple effects of Trump’s tariffs could slow growth later this year. If that happens, the Fed may have no choice but to revisit its stance.

Rate cuts may not be off the table — even if Powell continues to resist political pressure.

With Wall Street rebounding and Trump increasing his calls for action, one thing is clear: the Trump vs. Powell rate debate isn’t going away anytime soon.

For now, Powell keeps his seat and his stance — but the clock is ticking, and everyone knows it.

FAQs

How much did the Fed cut the interest rate?

As of now, the Fed hasn’t announced a 2025 rate cut; current rates remain unchanged despite pressure.

Zameer Attar

Zameer is a financial analyst and writer with a particular interest in cryptocurrency markets. He has been studying cryptocurrencies and their market behavior for several years and deeply understands the factors that affect the price of cryptocurrencies. His expertise lies in his ability to use both technical and fundamental analysis to make informed predictions about the future direction of cryptocurrency prices. He has a strong understanding of market sentiment and uses this to inform his trading decisions and price predictions.

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