Core Viewpoint - The ongoing conflict between former President Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell highlights the tension between political influence and the independence of central banking in the U.S. [1][3][5] Group 1: Political Pressure on the Federal Reserve - Trump's criticism of Powell, whom he appointed, reflects his frustration with high interest rates, which he believes hinder economic growth and market performance [3][5] - The current economic landscape, characterized by persistent inflation and geopolitical instability, necessitates Powell's cautious approach to monetary policy [3][5][6] - Trump's calls for Powell's resignation serve as a form of political intimidation, aiming to create pressure for a shift in monetary policy that aligns with his electoral strategy [3][5][6] Group 2: Implications for Central Bank Independence - The independence of the Federal Reserve is crucial for long-term economic stability, as it protects against short-term political interference [5][6][8] - Trump's actions represent a broader challenge to institutional integrity, as he seeks to undermine the established balance between political power and technical governance [5][6][8] - The potential erosion of the Federal Reserve's independence could lead to a loss of confidence in the U.S. dollar as a global reserve currency, prompting international investors to diversify their holdings [8]

新华社北京4月22日电 美国总统特朗普21日再度"炮轰"美国联邦储备委员会主席鲍威尔，向其施压、要 求降息。此举加剧投资者担忧，纽约股市三大股指当天大幅下挫，美国国债同日遭抛售、美元资产遭加 速抛售。 特朗普（左）与鲍威尔的资料照片（2017年11月2日摄）。新华社记者殷博古摄 开启第二任期以来，特朗普多次对鲍威尔施压，要求其降息。本月17日，特朗普在"真实社交"发文称， 鲍威尔早该像欧洲央行那样降息了，他总是"又迟又错"，"越早走人越好"。 鲍威尔则在多个场合强调，美联储将保持政策独立性，政策调整需基于经济数据而非政治干预。 三大股指大幅下挫 美元资产遭抛售 21日，道琼斯工业平均指数比前一交易日下跌971.82点，收于38170.41点，跌幅为2.48%；标准普尔500 种股票指数下跌124.50点，收于5158.2点，跌幅为2.36%；纳斯达克综合指数下跌415.55点，收于 15870.90点，跌幅为2.55%。 由于相关不确定性大幅削弱了市场对美元资产的信心，投资者大举抛售美元，衡量美元对六种主要货币 的美元指数21日大幅下跌，盘中一度跌至97.92点，为2022年3月以来最低点。 美国彭博新闻社报 ...