Trump Plans to Replace Fed Chair to Push Aggressive Rate Cuts

Key Takeaways:Trump signals he will replace the Federal Reserve chair if reelected.He is pushing for up to 300 basis points in rate cuts, though analysts expect a less radical approach.Global central banks already enacted 15 rate cuts in May, the largest wave this century.Rising wealth inequality adds urgency to the debate on U.S. monetary policy.Trump Eyes New Fed LeadershipAccording to BlockBeats citing analysis from The Kobeissi Letter, former U.S. President Donald Trump intends to replace the current Federal Reserve chair to accelerate interest rate cuts. Trump has long argued that the Fed’s policy stance is overly restrictive and has hinted at a 300 bps reduction target.While markets view such drastic cuts as unlikely, Trump is expected to announce a potential new Fed chair soon, framing monetary easing as central to his economic agenda.Historical Context: Inflation and InequalityThe last time the Fed cut rates in response to inflationary conditions was in the 1970s, a move that exacerbated wealth inequality. Today, the richest 0.1% of Americans hold wealth 5.5x greater than the poorest 50%. Meanwhile, the top 1% of households own 51% of U.S. stocks, and the top 10% control 87%.Analysts warn that large rate cuts could further widen this gap, fueling asset bubbles while leaving wage growth behind.Global Context: Central Banks Already CuttingGlobally, central banks executed 15 rate cuts in May 2025 alone, marking the largest synchronized easing wave in over two decades. The Federal Reserve is expected to follow with its first cut in over a year, potentially as soon as September.Trump’s plan to replace the Fed chair underscores how U.S. monetary policy could shift dramatically if he returns to office. Markets are now weighing whether his push for deep rate cuts is politically feasible — and what it would mean for inflation, assets, and inequality.