#TrumpVsPowell Trump vs. Powell: A Clash Over Economic Control

In recent months, tensions between President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have escalated, spotlighting a battle over the direction of U.S. monetary policy. At the heart of the dispute is Trump's push for lower interest rates to boost economic growth, contrasted with Powell’s cautious approach to safeguard the Federal Reserve’s independence and manage inflation.

Trump has publicly criticized Powell, urging aggressive rate cuts to stimulate the economy, especially as his administration’s sweeping tariffs threaten to raise consumer prices. In fiery social media posts, Trump has called Powell “too late” and even suggested his termination, arguing that lower rates would complement his trade policies. He points to falling oil prices and a strong job market as evidence that the economy can handle looser monetary policy.

Powell, however, remains steadfast. He warns that