US EditionTrump Urges for Major Rate Cut as Fed Meeting Nears
- On September 15, 2025, President Donald Trump urged the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates ahead of its September 16-17 meeting in Washington.
- Trump's calls follow months of pressure amidst a weakening labor market, persistent inflation above 2%, and ongoing trade disputes affecting agriculture.
- The Federal Open Market Committee is widely expected to reduce rates by 25 basis points at this meeting, marking the first cut of 2025.
- Trump told reporters he expects the Federal Reserve to implement a significant rate reduction and posted on Truth Social that Jerome Powell should immediately reduce interest rates by a larger margin than previously planned.
- While this cut may support the economy, challenges such as trade deficits, zero Chinese soybean orders, and potential recession risks remain unresolved.
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President Donald Trump again demanded a large cut in interest rates before the Federal Reserve monetary meeting, scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday.Read more]]>
Jerome Powell, the US economy's compass
Under attack from Trump, Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve head, has held firm to preserve the US central bank's independence. Facing recession threats, he could announce an interest rate cut on the week of September 15, a move that Donald Trump has demanded for months.
Trump predicts 'big cut' in interest rates this week
(The Hill) -- President Donald Trump told reporters Sunday that he expects a "big cut" to interest rates when the Federal Reserve meets this week. "It's perfect for cutting," he said. "We're doing well and everything — energy is way down, groceries are down, everything, almost everything — is way down." The Federal Reserve's policy committee is scheduled to meet Tuesday and Wednesday to determine the latest interest rates, amid mounting politica…
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