Trump Weighs Firing Powell as September Rate Cut Odds Slide
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell faces unprecedented political pressure as former President Donald TRUMP reportedly considers removing him from office. The speculation emerges alongside fading market expectations for a September rate cut, signaling heightened tensions between monetary policy and electoral politics.
Market participants now price in just 35% odds of a Fed easing in September, down from 68% a month ago. This shift follows the central bank's July 30 decision to hold rates steady while adopting a more cautious tone on inflation progress. The policy stance reflects growing concerns about persistent price pressures despite cooling economic growth.