美联储就特朗普关税发出严厉警告

据美国《国会山报》报道，当地时间5月14日，美国总统特朗普宣布对价值300亿美元的中国商品加征25%关税。美国联邦储备委员会（美联储）主席鲍威尔当天在新闻发布会上表示，如果中美之间爆发贸易战，美联储将采取一切必要措施保护美国人民和经济免受损害。他警告称，如果美国遭受贸易战打击，美联储将不得不加息，以遏制通胀压力，并可能进一步收紧货币政策，这可能会加剧美国经济衰退的风险。

Fed’s Strong Opposition to Trump Tariffs Shows Tension in Global Trade Environment

In recent statements, the Federal Reserve (Fed) has again emphasized its concerns over President Donald Trump's tariffs policy. This declaration highlights the tension in global economic and trade environments, as well as how countries respond to potential trade wars.

Chairman Jerome Powell of the Fed made this statement in a news release: "Our monetary policies will continue to support steady growth and will closely monitor any actions that could disrupt global supply chains or harm the international trading system."

This is the first time since 2019 that the Fed has directly commented on Trump's tariff measures.

Trump administration officials have been taking a tough stance toward these tariffs, responding to other countries' tariffs by increasing their own rates. This approach not only triggers trade disputes but also causes supply chain disruptions, rising business costs, and inflationary pressures for consumers, among other issues. Many economists and business leaders urge the U.S. government to find alternative solutions to avoid worsening global economic conditions.

The Fed's remarks indicate that it believes Trump's tariff policies could negatively impact both the U.S. economy and global economies. The Fed emphasizes the importance of maintaining market confidence, which it considers crucial for sustaining economic growth.

While Fed warnings may help alleviate market fears, short-term pressure on the dollar against major currencies might occur due to expectations of stronger dollar values, leading to higher inflation risks and fluctuating commodity prices, affecting consumer purchasing power.

For businesses reliant on imports from China and other countries, tariff issues are undoubtedly significant. According to estimates, American companies have paid hundreds of millions more annually due to tariffs.

Trade tensions can also lead to political consequences. Prime Minister Boris Johnson recently expressed his desire for an end to the use of tariffs as weapons to maintain relations between Britain and the United States.

Overall, the Fed's strong opposition to Trump's tariffs shows the complexity and uncertainty currently present in global economic environments. Although such warnings may be temporary, they remind all stakeholders to carefully consider the potential impacts of tariff policies and ensure long-term stability. As international society continues to work towards resolving differences, future developments remain uncertain.