#TrumpVsPowell

The **"Trump vs. Powell"** dynamic refers to the political and economic tension between **former U.S. President Donald Trump** and **Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell**, particularly regarding interest rates, monetary policy, and their impact on markets.

### **Key Points of Conflict**

1. **Trump Appointed Powell, Then Criticized Him**

- Trump nominated Powell as Fed Chair in **2017**, but later turned against him for raising interest rates.

- Trump wanted **lower rates** to boost the economy (and stock market) ahead of the **2020 election**.

2. **Public Attacks on the Fed**

- Trump called Powell an **"enemy of the people"** and accused him of hurting the economy.

- He even suggested firing Powell (legally questionable, as the Fed is independent).

3. **Powell’s Response**

- Powell maintained the Fed’s independence, resisting political pressure.

- Eventually, he **cut rates in 2019** amid economic concerns, which Trump claimed as a win.

### **Why It Matters for Markets & Crypto**

- **Interest Rates & Liquidity**: Trump prefers **easy money** (low rates = bullish for stocks & crypto).

- **2024 Election Factor**: If Trump wins, he may push Powell (or a new Fed Chair) to **cut rates aggressively**, which could fuel a **crypto bull run**.

- **Dollar & Inflation**: Trump has criticized Powell for not doing enough to weaken the dollar (good for exports but bad for inflation).

### **Possible 2024 Scenarios**

✅ **Trump Wins + Powell Stays (or New Dove Chair)** → Rate cuts, money printing → **Bullish for Bitcoin & Risk Assets**.

❌ **Biden Wins + Powell Stays Hawkish** → Higher-for-longer rates → **Market uncertainty, possible recession risk**.

### **Bottom Line**

- Trump vs. Powell is a **battle over monetary policy control**.

- A Trump presidency could mean **more pressure on the Fed to cut rates**, which historically benefits **Bitcoin & crypto**.

- Watch for **Fed policy shifts** post-election (Nov 2024).