#TrumpVsPowell

During Donald Trump’s presidency, a quiet but intense battle brewed between him and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Trump wanted interest rates cut fast and deep to boost the stock market and fuel economic growth. He believed lower rates would help his presidency shine. But Powell had a different goal — to protect the economy from inflation and long-term risks.

Trump publicly criticized Powell, even questioning his intelligence. Powell, however, stayed focused on data, not politics.

Their clash wasn’t loud debates or face-offs, but steady pressure from Trump and silent resistance from Powell.

It was politics vs. policy — and Powell didn’t flinch.