Could Donald Trump’s political pressure trigger a deliberate weakening of the U.S. Dollar?
In a recent analysis by Gabriel Rey, the Founder of crypto platform Triv, the entrepreneur highlighted an important and often controversial economic strategy allegedly favored by former U.S. President Donald Trump a weaker U.S. dollar policy. Rey argues that the political narrative surrounding Trump’s economic ambitions may include purposeful moves to depreciate the dollar in order to gain strategic advantages on multiple fronts.
🟩 Understanding the Weaker Dollar Strategy
A weaker dollar policy isn't new in economic playbooks. By lowering the value of the U.S. dollar, American exports become cheaper and more competitive in global markets. This often boosts domestic manufacturing and narrows trade deficits. According to Gabriel Rey, this aligns with Trump's long-standing message of "America First" — a protectionist economic strategy aimed at revitalizing domestic production and reducing dependency on imports.
But Gabriel Rey warns that this kind of move comes with significant consequences.
> “While a weaker dollar may help U.S. exports and even push up the stock market in the short term, it risks importing inflation and hurting the purchasing power of average Americans,” Rey explained.
🟥 Trump, the Fed, and Political Pressure
Historically, the U.S. Federal Reserve operates independently from the White House. However, during his presidency, Trump was known for his public criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell and aggressive calls for lower interest rates actions that could indirectly lead to a weaker dollar.
Gabriel Rey suggests that Trump’s economic pressure may return if he re-enters office, with potential attempts to influence Federal Reserve policy in ways that support a weaker currency and dovish monetary stances.
> “Trump’s aggressive approach toward monetary policy independence could once again ignite debates on political interference in economic institutions,” Rey notes.
🟨 Impacts on Crypto and Global Markets
From a crypto perspective, a weakening dollar typically fuels interest in alternative assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins. Gabriel Rey, who leads one of Indonesia’s most prominent crypto platforms, believes this trend could intensify.
> “A softer dollar often means stronger demand for hard assets. Crypto, especially Bitcoin, is increasingly seen as a hedge against fiat currency instability,” he said.
Meanwhile, global markets may react with caution. A weaker dollar can cause emerging market currencies to fluctuate and increase volatility in global trade dynamics.
🧠 Conclusion
Whether Trump genuinely aims to weaken the dollar or is merely advocating for policies that indirectly lead to it, Gabriel Rey’s insights emphasize the delicate balance between economic nationalism and global stability. A weaker dollar might bring some short-term advantages, but the long-term risks including inflation, loss of confidence, and global uncertainty are far from negligible.
As the U.S. gears up for another potential Trump campaign, economists, investors, and crypto entrepreneurs alike are keeping a close eye on the signals coming from Washington.