“It’s time for Jerome Powell to put on his big boy pants and say, no, inflation is not the bigger problem,” says Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO and Chief Strategist for QI Research. In today’s interview with Daniela Cambone, Booth argues that the Fed should prioritize employment, as true inflation is low and declining—especially in housing—while job losses continue and consumer purchasing power weakens. “Companies are saying in no uncertain terms, they don’t have pricing power because U.S. consumers don’t have purchasing power.”

On Trump’s tax bill, she aligns with Elon Musk, warning that it will increase the deficit and national debt. “This gravy train was supposed to end at the end of 2025… you’re not stimulating the US economy. You’re simply preventing a negative shock to the system,” she concludes.

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“Inflation Isn’t the Problem—Job Loss Is”: Danielle DiMartino Booth Sounds the Alarm
Featuring Danielle DiMartino Booth on The Daniela Cambone Show – Presented by ITM Trading

At a time when Americans are laser-focused on inflation, one former Federal Reserve insider is calling for a dramatic shift in economic priorities.

In her latest appearance on The Daniela Cambone Show, Danielle DiMartino Booth argues that the real crisis facing Americans today isn’t rising prices—it’s the loss of purchasing power and jobs. With inflation-adjusted wages declining and layoffs mounting, she believes the Fed’s obsession with inflation is dangerously outdated.

At ITM Trading, we help our clients—especially those 50 and over—navigate through this kind of economic uncertainty. In a world where policymakers are missing the forest for the trees, we offer data-driven strategies grounded in physical gold and silver—because in times of rising job insecurity and monetary confusion, tangible assets matter more than ever.

Powell’s Dilemma: Why It’s Time to Focus on Employment

Danielle didn’t mince words when asked if Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell would cave to political pressure to cut interest rates. Her answer: He won’t cave to politics—but he should shift priorities.

“It’s time for Powell to put on his big boy pants,” she said. “Employment is the overarching concern now—not inflation.”

She pointed to consistent layoffs—over 100,000 per month across the private sector for the past four months—and a clear drop in pricing power for American companies. Inflation-adjusted wages are falling, and corporations like Procter & Gamble and Dollar General are seeing high-income consumers trade down.

“When people making $100,000 a year are shopping at Dollar General, you know purchasing power is gone,” Danielle warned.

The Truth About Inflation: It’s Already Cooling

Danielle pushed back on the mainstream media’s inflation panic, noting that key indicators are now moving in the opposite direction:

• True Inflation (TRU) is at just 1.88%.

• Home prices and rent metrics are turning negative in major U.S. metro areas.

• Gas prices are down, and grocery bills—at least for price-conscious shoppers—are declining.

“Shelter inflation is the largest input to CPI, and it’s coming down,” she explained. “Companies can’t raise prices because consumers can’t pay them.”

This data contradicts the narrative that inflation remains out of control. Instead, we’re now dealing with stagflation: stagnant economic growth combined with rising financial stress for the average American.

The Bigger Problem: A Broken Debt Cycle

Both Ray Dalio and Elon Musk have recently raised red flags about U.S. debt. Danielle agrees, arguing that reckless fiscal policy—especially efforts to extend Trump-era tax cuts—will push the country deeper into “debt slavery.”

“It’s not stimulating the economy,” she said. “It’s just avoiding a negative shock to the system. But without investment in productivity, infrastructure, or job creation, it’s just kicking the can.”

This isn’t just theoretical. With the U.S. already paying nearly $1 trillion a year in interest, the current fiscal trajectory is unsustainable—and the Federal Reserve may be forced into future rate cuts, not because of inflation, but because of collapsing growth.

A Case for Precious Metals: Safe Havens in a Dysfunctional System

Danielle also addressed the recent surge in gold and silver prices, emphasizing that it’s no accident. She attributes the metals’ outperformance to one word: uncertainty.

“The dysfunction in Washington isn’t going away,” she said. “And every time Congress stalls or trade negotiations drag out, investors turn to what’s safe—precious metals.”

She added that unlike equities or digital currencies, gold and silver are truly uncorrelated assets—immune to central bank manipulation, government gridlock, and geopolitical volatility.

At ITM Trading, we’ve long advocated for a diversified portfolio built on tangible wealth. And with leading voices like David Morgan warning of a deeper systemic reset, the current trend in gold & silver prices may just be getting started.

A Message to the Fed—and to You

Danielle closed the conversation with a direct appeal to Powell:

“Make monetary policy for the people losing their jobs—not just the 1% benefiting from 5% CDs. The data is telling you what to do.”

That same call applies to everyday investors. If policymakers won’t act in the public interest, it’s up to you to take charge of your financial future.

Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Whether you’re worried about inflation, job loss, market volatility, or rising national debt—the solution isn’t waiting on the Fed or Congress. It’s taking action to protect what’s yours.

At ITM Trading, we help you:

• Acquire physical gold and silver

• Build portfolios that hedge against inflation and job market weakness

• Preserve your wealth in a world of monetary uncertainty

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