Trump plays down bond market fears, pushes interest rate cuts

Trump urges Fed to cut interest rates, says 'they are so afraid of inflation'

US President Trump wants the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates soon. He believes the central bank fears inflation and should not raise rates. Policymakers discussed higher rates unless inflation shows more progress. US inflation remains above the Fed's target, despite recent positive data. The economy grew at 1.5% year-on-year in the second quarter.

Trump bemoans Fed interest rate policy, says U.S. should be paying much less

As he has done in the past, Trump accused Fed officials of having political motives.

Trump urges Fed to lower interest rates

'We would really like to see interest rates come down,' says US president, arguing inflation fears should not push interest rates higher

Trump plays down bond market fears, pushes interest rate cuts

President Trump urged for lower interest rates at a White House meeting, while dismissing bond market concerns in the process.