By John Q. Hosedrinker 
In a recent critique of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, former President Donald Trump misattributed Powell’s appointment to current President Joe Biden, despite nominating him in 2017. Trump has voiced displeasure with Powell’s monetary policies, including delaying interest rate cuts, and has even suggested the cuts were politically motivated. Despite considering firing Powell, Trump has since stated this is unlikely unless fraud is involved, although there is no evidence of fraudulent activity.
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Trump Blames Biden for Appointing ‘Terrible’ Jerome Powell. Trump Appointed Powell in 2017
So, let’s dive right into it. This whole situation with Trump blaming Biden for the “terrible” Jerome Powell is, well, it’s something else. The central, undeniable fact here is that Trump appointed Powell in 2017. Yet, here we are, hearing a narrative that conveniently shifts responsibility. It’s like watching a magic trick where the magician insists the rabbit *wasn’t* in the hat, even as it hops out. It just doesn’t make sense.
The core issue is that Trump seems to be operating under a different set of rules, or perhaps, a different reality altogether. Any good thing that happens? It’s all him. Any bad thing? Well, that’s someone else’s fault, particularly Biden’s. This pattern isn’t new; it’s the established playbook. It’s a strategy that’s been on full display, seemingly without any regard for consistency or truth. It’s about control of the narrative, regardless of the facts. The hypocrisy is, frankly, astounding.
You see it in everything. The tariffs, the trade deals, the economy, you name it. Whatever the situation, the blame game is always on. Trump seems to have perfected the art of deflection. It’s never his fault. Never his doing. It’s always someone else, anyone else. This kind of behavior raises serious questions about his fitness for any leadership role, considering this pattern of behavior.
It’s easy to see how this works on his supporters. Some may be willfully ignorant, some may just be blinded by loyalty, and others might just not care about the truth. Whatever the reason, it’s a potent combination, fueling a political machine that thrives on misinformation. It’s a cult of personality, a world where reality is malleable, and the leader can rewrite history on a whim. And so, Trump can blame Biden, and many will simply accept it.
Now, consider the specific case of Jerome Powell. Trump appointed him! He did! Yet, here’s the claim that Biden is responsible for Powell’s perceived shortcomings. The cognitive dissonance is quite high. We’re asked to believe that a president has no connection to a key appointee, even when the appointment happened during *his* term. The whole situation feels farcical.
It is also worth noting that Trump, while he appointed Powell, was already criticizing him by 2018. He was already looking for ways to get rid of him. By the time Biden had the chance to reappoint Powell, the landscape was different, but the initial appointment? All Trump.
The implications extend beyond mere political gamesmanship. It’s about truth, accountability, and the very foundations of a functioning democracy. When facts become optional, when blame can be assigned with impunity, then any kind of productive dialogue or action becomes impossible. In short, Trump’s behavior is not just about blaming Biden; it’s about constructing a reality that serves his personal interests, regardless of the consequences.
We could also ask, why is the media not calling him out on these claims? Are they afraid of the backlash, or are they just tired of repeating the same old story? It’s a question worth pondering, because the media’s role in holding those in power accountable is critical. The lack of direct confrontation allows these falsehoods to fester and spread.
In the end, what’s most concerning is the casual disregard for truth. The constant shifts, the rewriting of history, the lack of accountability – it all contributes to a political environment where anything goes. And in that kind of environment, the truth, and by extension, the people it serves, is always the loser. The sad part is that it is all by design.