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Trump says U.S. growth could hit 20%. It’s happened only once since WWII

Donald Trump claims U.S. economic growth could reach 20%, arguing that such rapid expansion should not trigger Federal Reserve rate hikes despite inflation exceeding the 2% target. While Trump expressed respect for Fed Chair Warsh, stating Warsh will "do what he has to do" regarding potential rate increases, historical data indicates this growth target is rare. The U.S. economy grew 1.5% in the second quarter of 2026, and only one quarter since 1947 has ever reached 20% growth.

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  • ✓ Donald Trump stated U.S. economic growth could reach 20%.
  • ✓ Trump said Fed Chair Warsh will "do what he has to do" regarding possible rate hikes.
  • ✓ Only one quarter since 1947 has seen U.S. growth hit 20%.
  • ✓ The U.S. economy grew at 1.5% in the second quarter of 2026.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 8 independent reporting domains (100% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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Trump linked his 20% growth projection to a request for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates.

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  1. Trump forecasts 20% U.S. growth and discusses Fed Chair Warsh

    Donald Trump claims U.S. economic growth could reach 20%, arguing that such rapid expansion should not trigger Federal Reserve rate hikes despite inflation exceeding the 2% target. While Trump expressed respect for Fed Chair Warsh, stating Warsh will "do what he has to do" regarding potential rate increases, historical data indicates this growth target is rare. The U.S. economy grew 1.5% in the second quarter of 2026, and only one quarter since 1947 has ever reached 20% growth.

    Why it matters

    The Federal Reserve typically raises interest rates to cool an overheating economy and combat inflation. Trump's push for rate cuts during a period of projected high growth contradicts standard monetary policy. This tension centers on whether the Fed will prioritize inflation targets or economic expansion.

    What is confirmed

    • Donald Trump stated U.S. economic growth could reach 20%.
    • Trump said Fed Chair Warsh will "do what he has to do" regarding possible rate hikes.
    • Only one quarter since 1947 has seen U.S. growth hit 20%.
    • The U.S. economy grew at 1.5% in the second quarter of 2026.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Rapid growth should not prompt Fed rate hikes even with inflation above the 2% target.

    What to watch next

    • Federal Reserve decisions on interest rate hikes or cuts
    • Official GDP reports for the third quarter of 2026
    • Further statements from Fed Chair Warsh on monetary policy
    Sources used for this update (9)
    1. CNBC — Trump says U.S. growth could hit 20%. It’s happened only once since WWII
    2. PBS — WATCH: Trump says Fed Chair Warsh will 'do what he has to do' on possible rate hikes
    3. WSJ — Trump on Prospect of Warsh Supporting Rate Hikes: ‘He’ll Do What He Has to Do’
    4. Reuters — Trump on Warsh: He'll do what he has to do
    5. Forex Factory — Trump: Have a lot of respect for Warsh, and he'll do what he has to do
    6. 조선일보 — Trump's 20% Growth Claim Contrasts With U.S. History
    7. www.cnbc.com — Trump says U.S. growth could hit 20%. It’s happened only once since WWII
    8. finance.yahoo.com — Trump says U.S. GDP could grow 20%, pushes Fed to cut rates
    9. www.cnbc.com — House adopts measure condemning socialism ahead of November election
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