Event Brief
Trump demands 1% or lower rates, backs Fed Chair Warsh
By The BriefBrief · Sources (6)
Filed: Sep 16, 2026 at 11:04 PM ET
Summary: President Donald Trump said he still has confidence in Fed Chair Warsh and demanded interest rates be cut to 1% or lower. He previously threatened to cut off trade with countries that have trade surpluses with the U.S. if the Fed does not cut rates.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said he has confidence in Fed Chair Warsh and demanded interest rates be cut to 1% or lower.
WHEN: Sep 16, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump’s remarks were triggered by his demand that the Federal Reserve cut interest rates to 1% or lower.
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