Archive · 15 Jan 2026
Trump Discusses Fed, Ukraine, Iran in Interview
President Trump had an interview with Reuters where he talked about many important things.
He said he doesn't plan to remove the head of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, but he thinks he knows more about the economy than Powell.
He also talked about the war in Ukraine, saying that President Zelenskiy is the main reason a peace deal hasn't been made.
Trump said he thinks Russia's President Putin is ready to make a deal.
He also talked about Iran and the protests there, saying he's not sure if Reza Pahlavi, the son of the former shah, would be a good leader for Iran.
Trump also mentioned he will meet with Maria Corina Machado, a leader from Venezuela, and praised the acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez.
He also said he thinks the Cuban government might fall because it's not getting money from Venezuela anymore.
Lastly, he talked about the upcoming midterm elections and said it's hard for the party in power to win those elections.
Trump does not plan to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell but criticizes his understanding of the economy.
Trump blames Ukrainian President Zelenskiy for the stalemate in negotiations with Russia over the war in Ukraine.
Trump expresses uncertainty about Reza Pahlavi's ability to lead Iran and gain support within the country.
Trump will meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado and praises acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez.
Trump believes the Cuban regime is more likely to fall due to the loss of support from Venezuela.
- Who
- U.S. President Donald Trump
- What
- Trump's interview with Reuters discussing various political and economic topics
- When
- January 14, 2025
- Where
- Oval Office, White House
- Why
- To share his views on Federal Reserve policy, Ukraine-Russia war, Iran protests, and other political matters
Trump's Stance
Critics' Stance
Federal Reserve Chair
Trump's Stance
Trump dismisses Republican criticism of the Justice Department's probe into Jerome Powell and expects loyalty from Republican lawmakers regarding his Fed nominees.
Critics' Stance
Republican lawmakers vow to block Trump's Fed nominees over concerns about the Justice Department's interference with the Fed's independence.
Ukraine-Russia War
Trump's Stance
Trump blames Ukrainian President Zelenskiy for the stalemate in negotiations and believes Putin is ready to make a deal.
Critics' Stance
Critics may argue that Trump's approach undermines Ukraine's position in the conflict.
Iran Protests
Trump's Stance
Trump expresses uncertainty about Reza Pahlavi's ability to lead Iran and gain support within the country.
Critics' Stance
Supporters of Pahlavi may argue that he is a unifying figure for the opposition.
- Interview Date
- January 14, 2025
- Interview Location
- Oval Office, White House
- Fed Chair Nominees
- Kevin Hassett, Kevin Warsh
- Ukraine Casualties
- 30,000 soldiers a month
- Venezuela Opposition Leader
- Maria Corina Machado
- Venezuela Acting President
- Delcy Rodriguez
- Iran Opposition Figure
- Reza Pahlavi
- Midterm Elections
- November 2025
Sources
Factbox-Key quotes from President Trump’s interview with Reuters
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