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DOGE Fan Elon Musk Slams Biden-Harris Admin Ahead Fed Rate Cuts

Elon Musk links US government overspending to inflation amid debates on Fed rate cut as Trump proposes him to lead a dept. on spending.
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DOGE Fan Elon Musk Slams Biden-Harris Admin Ahead Fed Rate Cuts

Highlights

  • Elon Musk criticizes US government spending, links it to inflation.
  • Odds of a 50 bps Fed rate cut next week surged from 5% to 34%.
  • Trump proposes Musk lead a department. to curb government spending.

DOGE fan Elon Musk responded to figures indicating a significant US budget deficit, attributing excessive government spending as a primary factor in ongoing US inflation. This discussion emerges as financial analysts and policymakers anticipate a potential Federal Reserve rate cut, aiming to address economic pressures.

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Elon Musk Points to Government Spending as Cause of Inflation

In a recent X post, Elon Musk highlighted the stark contrast between the US government’s revenues and expenditures for August, with a recorded deficit of $380 billion. This, he argued, is symptomatic of “extreme government overspending,” which he believes is fueling the current US inflation. 

His comments come at a crucial time when the Federal Reserve is contemplating rate cuts to mitigate economic volatility. More so, anticipation has been building as the Fed’s next FOMC meeting approaches, with debates oscillating between a 25 or 50 basis points reduction. Market analysts and economists are keenly assessing various economic indicators to forecast the Fed’s next course of action. 

Moreover, a recent report shows that the odds of a 50 basis point rate cut at next week’s FOMC meeting has risen in a day. According to Polymarket’s prediction markets, the odds jumped from 5% on Thursday to 34% on Friday.

Additionally, August’s US Producer Price Index (PPI) showed a modest increase of 0.2%, contributing to a discussion about the Federal Reserve’s next steps. With the PPI and recent consumer sentiment indices suggesting cooling inflation, Citi analysts forecast a potential 1.25% rate cut by the Fed in 2024. 

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Trump and Musk: A Proposed Strategy Against Government Excess

Amidst these discussions, former President Donald Trump has expressed interest in appointing Elon Musk to lead a new department focused on curbing government spending. 

Trump, highlighting the need for innovative strategies to address fiscal excess, believes Musk’s leadership could be pivotal. This proposal ties into broader strategies, including Trump’s advocacy for a comprehensive Bitcoin strategy to stabilize the economy.

In addition, Elon Musk, recognized for his backing of crypto such as Dogecoin, has recently selected the Shiba Inu dog, the symbol of DOGE, as the official mascot for the Department Of Government Efficiency. This move is tied to his proposed role in leading the Department of Government Efficiency in the Trump administration.

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Bitcoin Could Provide Economic Stability

The dialogue around economic strategies includes significant mention of Bitcoin as a potential stabilizer for the US economy. Financial experts like Robert Kiyosaki have pointed to Bitcoin as a viable solution amidst fears of a possible financial collapse driven by inflation and government spending. 

Trump also believes that Bitcoin could provide stability to the US economy. As part of his campaign promises, he plans to create a strategic BTC reserve if he is elected as the next US President in November. The leading crypto will undoubtedly give the country an edge as its value continues to skyrocket. It could also serve as a great tool in their arsenal when carrying out geopolitical or international trades. 

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Ronny Mugendi

Ronny Mugendi is a seasoned crypto journalist with four years of professional experience, having contributed significantly to various media outlets on cryptocurrency trends and technologies. With over 4000 published articles across various media outlets, he aims to inform, educate and introduce more people to the Blockchain and DeFi world. Outside of his journalism career, Ronny enjoys the thrill of bike riding, exploring new trails and landscapes.

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