Key Takeaways
- President Trump called for immediate Fed rate cuts after 3% GDP growth.
- Trump insisted there is no inflation and advocated for easier home buying and refinancing.
- The Federal Reserve is set to release its policy statement amid renewed political pressure.
President Donald Trump has repeated his demand for the Federal Reserve to cut benchmark interest rates after new data showed higher-than-expected U.S. economic growth in the second quarter of 2025.
Trump presses for rate cuts
On Wednesday, Trump took to Truth Social to respond to the release of second quarter GDP data, which indicated a 3% rise, surpassing forecasts.
Trump wrote:
“2Q GDP JUST OUT: 3%, WAY BETTER THAN EXPECTED! ‘Too Late’ MUST NOW LOWER THE RATE. No Inflation! Let people buy, and refinance, their homes!”
Economic rebound
The robust economic data come as the Federal Reserve prepares to release its latest policy statement.
Trump emphasized that there is no inflation, urging the Fed to enable more affordable housing and refinancing options.
Context for policy decisions
The central bank’s decision comes amid ongoing debates over the direction of monetary policy, with the latest figures showing a rebound in growth.
The economic performance and Trump’s public pressure may influence future interest rate decisions by the Federal Reserve.
