Trump: Disagree with me, never be Fed Chair; Demands lower interest rates

• Donald Trump stated that anyone disagreeing with his views on interest rates would not be appointed as Federal Reserve Chairman.
• He called for lower interest rates when markets perform well, citing strong GDP growth (4.2%).
• Trump criticized the current market dynamic where good news leads to fears of immediate interest rate hikes, which he believes stifles growth.
• He argued that strong markets do not cause inflation, but "stupidity" in policy decisions does.
• Trump emphasized rewarding economic success and warned against "eggheads" hindering the upward economic trajectory.

Why It Matters: Trump demands a Fed Chair who will lower rates during good times, warning dissenters.