Published Date: 02.05.2025 08:45 / Politics

Trump Pushes Fed Rate Cut Amid Tariff Gains

Trump Pushes Fed Rate Cut Amid Tariff Gains

United States President Donald Trump on Friday highlighted the success of his trade policy, declaring that "billions of dollars pour in from tariffs." In a post on Truth Social, Trump outlined a series of positive economic indicators, crediting the influx of tariff revenue for recent improvements in the economy.

"Gasoline just broke $1.98 a Gallon, lowest in years, groceries (and eggs!) down, energy down, mortgage rates down, employment strong, and much more good news, as Billions of Dollars pour in from Tariffs," Trump wrote. He emphasized that the U.S. is still in a "transition stage" and added, "just getting started!!!"

In addition to promoting the benefits of his trade strategy, President Trump repeated his long-standing demand for the Federal Reserve to lower its benchmark interest rate. Stressing that inflation is under control, Trump wrote, "Consumers have been waiting for years to see pricing come down. NO INFLATION, THE FED SHOULD LOWER ITS RATE!!!"

Trump’s comments reflect his administration's broader narrative that protectionist trade policies and fiscal pressure on the central bank are helping to usher in a more favorable economic environment. The president has consistently argued that tariffs serve both as a revenue source and as leverage in global trade negotiations.

While economists remain divided on the long-term effects of tariffs and interest rate policy, Trump maintains that his approach is delivering immediate results for American consumers. His latest remarks signal a continued push for economic stimulus through a combination of aggressive trade enforcement and monetary easing.