Trump Calls on Fed to Lower Interest Rates to 'Zero or Less'

Trump Calls on Fed to Lower Interest Rates to 'Zero or Less'

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The video discusses the focus on the Federal Reserve's interest rate policies, including a suggestion to lower rates to zero or negative and refinance debt to reduce costs and extend maturities. The feasibility and legality of negative rates are debated, with considerations for issuing long-term bonds. The video also explores policy debates on using funds for infrastructure versus border security, highlighting potential conflicts in Congress.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was suggested to manage interest costs and debt maturities?

Increase interest rates and shorten maturities

Increase interest rates and extend maturities

Maintain current interest rates and maturities

Lower interest rates to zero or negative and refinance debt

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal concerns are associated with the suggestion of negative interest rates?

Whether the Fed can legally implement negative rates

The effect on consumer savings accounts

The legality of issuing new currency

The impact on international trade agreements

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the President's stance on extending debt maturities?

He opposes it

He supports it

He is undecided

He has not commented on it

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential use of funds from long-term bonds is mentioned?

Investing in foreign markets

Building new military bases

Infrastructure development

Paying off existing debt

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What political challenge is associated with the use of funds from long-term bonds?

Agreement on interest rates

Balancing the federal budget

Choosing between healthcare and education

Deciding between border security and infrastructure