Trump's Mixed Signals Send Bitcoin Prices Volatile
President Trump's mixed signals about firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have caused Bitcoin prices to fluctuate between $117,000 and $119,650.
Trump told reporters that he is 'not planning on doing anything' despite calling Powell's performance 'lousy.' This comes after reports surfaced of Trump showing GOP lawmakers a draft letter firing Powell during a meeting about crypto legislation.
The President has repeatedly pressured Powell to lower interest rates, arguing it would reduce the government debt burden. Analysts believe challenging Fed independence could benefit Bitcoin and gold as alternative stores of value.