🤔🔥Donald Trump is once again targeting Jerome Powell, ❗the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve, expressing frustration over Powell's handling of interest rates. Trump took to his social media platform, stating that Powell’s "termination cannot come fast enough." The president is upset because the Fed has not cut interest rates, while other countries, particularly in Europe, have reduced theirs to support their economies.
Although Trump appointed Powell to the position in 2017, he has criticized him for years, blaming him for making errors and responding too slowly to economic challenges. On the other hand, Powell maintains that the Fed’s decisions are based on data, not political influence, and emphasizes the importance of the Fed’s independence from political pressures.
Legal experts argue that Trump cannot simply remove Powell without a valid legal cause. Powell has made it clear that he won’t step down based on Trump's demand and is prepared to defend his position in court if necessary.
The ongoing clash between Trump and Powell raises concerns, particularly among economists, who worry that political pressure might undermine the Fed’s ability to manage the economy effectively.
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