President Donald Trump intensified his long-running confrontation with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Saturday, September 27, by posting a satirical cartoon on Truth Social. The image portrays Trump pointing at Powell in a boardroom with the iconic caption “You’re Fired!” while Powell slumps beside a cardboard box and potted plant. Accompanying the meme, Trump shared a chart claiming mortgage rates fell from 6.94% to 6.26% under his administration (Truth Social).
The cartoon, created via MakeaMeme.org, quickly went viral, amassing over 4.5 million views and 250,000 likes in under 24 hours. Reactions were split: supporters celebrated Trump’s boldness, while critics warned of financial disruption. Analysts cautioned that such theatrics could unsettle markets, citing potential implications for borrowing costs and investor confidence.