During a recent press conference, President Donald Trump voiced his frustration with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, stating that communicating with him is "like talking to a wall." Trump contrasted Powell's stance with the actions of other central banks globally, highlighting that the European Central Bank and China are actively lowering interest rates to stimulate their economies. He characterized Powell as being consistently "slow" in responding to economic conditions. Trump's criticism reflects his ongoing desire for lower interest rates in the United States, believing they will boost economic growth. The President has frequently expressed his views on monetary policy, often breaking with the traditional norm of respecting the Fed's independence. This latest remark underscores the tension between the White House and the Federal Reserve regarding the optimal path for U.S. monetary policy. ```