Former President Donald Trump has cautioned Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell against cutting interest rates before the November 2024 presidential election, despite acknowledging the possibility of such a move. In an interview with Bloomberg News, Trump stated he would allow Powell to complete his term if re-elected, provided Powell was “doing the right thing.” This statement addresses concerns in financial markets about potential politicization of the Fed under a second Trump presidency. Meanwhile, Powell has recently expressed increased confidence in inflation trending towards the Fed’s 2% target, fueling expectations of a rate cut in September, just weeks before the election. Trump’s comments highlight the delicate balance between monetary policy and political considerations in the run-up to the election.