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Trump bemoans Fed interest rate policy, says U.S. should be paying much less
Former President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the Federal Reserve's decision not to lower interest rates, arguing that solid economic indicators should not deter the Fed from adopting a looser monetary policy. He claimed the Fed's board comprises political appointees from various administrations, influencing rate decisions. Despite recent cuts, Trump insists these are insufficient to bolster the economy and reduce the debt burden. He contrasted U.S. rates with those of other countries, like Switzerland, advocating for a more aggressive approach to stimulate growth.
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Published 19 Aug 2026, 22:55 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Trump criticized the Fed for not lowering interest rates.
- He accused the Fed leadership of having political motives.
- Recent federal data showed economic growth at 1.5% in Q2.
- Trump expressed concerns about U.S. rates compared to Switzerland's low rates.
- The Fed hasn't raised rates in over three years.
Interesting facts
- Trump has previously pressured the Fed for quicker rate cuts.
- The Fed has cut rates significantly in the past two years.
- The U.S. national debt is nearly $40 trillion.