President Donald Trump expressed concern that interest rates remain too high but affirmed his respect for Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s decision-making. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump acknowledged the challenges faced by the central bank in setting monetary policy.

“I have a lot of respect for him, and he’ll do what he has to do,” Trump said, signaling trust in Warsh’s judgment despite his personal views on the current level of interest rates.

The president did not explicitly urge the Fed to refrain from raising rates, instead emphasizing confidence that the Federal Reserve will take appropriate actions in response to economic conditions.

The remarks come amid ongoing debate about the trajectory of U.S. monetary policy as inflation concerns persist and the economy continues to show signs of both strength and uncertainty. Trump’s comments reflect a nuanced stance, balancing his own inclination toward lower borrowing costs with deference to the independent authority of the Federal Reserve.