Timeline: Trump and Powell

President Trump nominated Jerome Powell as Chairman of the Federal Reserve in November 2017, leading to a relationship marked by public disagreements and differing economic philosophies that began early in Powell's tenure.

Throughout 2018 and 2019, Trump criticized the Fed's interest rate hikes, believing they were hampering economic growth, while Powell prioritized price stability and inflation control, creating a rift between them.

As stock market volatility grew in 2018, Trump attributed part of the instability to the Fed's policies, leading to further public critiques of Powell, who tried to maintain the Fed's independence despite increasing political pressure.

In response to economic concerns, the Fed signaled a shift away from rate hikes in 2019 and cut rates multiple times, but Trump continued to demand more aggressive easing, complicating Powell's efforts to navigate economic challenges while upholding the central bank's autonomy.

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Timeline of Tension Between President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell

Phase 1: Appointment and Initial Strains (2017–2020)

In November 2017, President Donald Trump nominated Jerome Powell to take over the role of Chairman of the Federal Reserve, succeeding Janet Yellen. This marked the beginning of a complex relationship characterized by significant public clashes and contrasting economic philosophies between the President and the Fed's leadership.