Trump Says He Should Get Input On Fed Decisions

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In a press conference, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump stated he should have a voice when the Federal Reserve makes decisions on interest rates if elected.

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"I feel the president should have at least (a) say in there. I think I have a better instinct than, in many cases, people that would be on the Federal Reserve or the chairman."

Potential Changes Proposed

• Advisors have reportedly discussed giving the White House greater oversight of the Fed

• Proposals include requiring the Fed to consult with the president on rate decisions

• And having the Fed run major regulatory changes past the White House

History with Fed Chair

• As president from 2017-2021, Trump was a fierce critic of Fed Chair Jerome Powell

• He felt Powell often moved too quickly or slowly in adjusting rates

• However, Trump said he and Powell "get along fine" personally

Powell's Future Uncertain

• Potential changes could involve dismissing Powell when his term expires in 2026

• Or simply deciding not to re-appoint him as Fed chair

Balancing Independence and Input

• Fed officials stress the importance of independence from political influence

• But the president is the country's elected leader and top economic policymaker

• Most agree there should be a balance between autonomy and White House input

Bottom Line: Trump's call for a say in Fed decisions has reignited the debate over how much influence the president should have, while still allowing the central bank to operate independently in managing inflation, employment, and financial stability based on economic data rather than political pressures.

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