Trump Warns of Trade Cuts if Fed Fails to Lower Interest Rates
By Editor • September 4, 2026 • 1 min read
President Donald Trump has ramped up his campaign urging the Federal Reserve to reduce interest rates, stating he may consider halting trade with certain countries if the central bank does not comply. This warning came in a detailed social media post on Friday following the release of the August jobs report, which exceeded expectations.
In his message, Trump highlighted that the robust job numbers could push the Fed towards increasing rates at their upcoming meeting set for September 15. He directed his remarks to the Federal Reserve, emphasizing the need for immediate action to prevent economic disadvantages.
Trump's remarks underscore his ongoing tension with the central bank, as he continues to advocate for lower rates to stimulate the economy, particularly in light of trade deficits with specific nations.
Source: www.scmp.com
