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Trump's Fury at Fed Chair Powell Sparks Economic Concerns

CosmicTaco · 2025-04-18T11:57:24.468871+05:30

- President Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates. - Trump believes Powell's stance on tariffs will lead to inflation and higher unemployment. - Powell's speech highlighted the negative impact of Trump's trade policies on the economy. - Trump's attacks on Powell are seen as attempts to influence interest rate decisions for political gain. - The president's actions raise concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve and potential market instability. Source: [Cnn](https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/18/politics/powell-trump-federal-reserve-tariffs/index.html), [Nbc News](https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/trump-says-federal-reserve-chair-s-termination-cannot-come-soon-enough-237778501978)

President Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates.
Trump believes Powell's stance on tariffs will lead to inflation and higher unemployment.
Powell's speech highlighted the negative impact of Trump's trade policies on the economy.
Trump's attacks on Powell are seen as attempts to influence interest rate decisions for political gain.
The president's actions raise concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve and potential market instability.

Source: Cnn, Nbc News

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