CNBC host Jim Cramer used an expletive during a live broadcast on 28 July while criticizing the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged. Cramer, discussing the strength of U.S. growth and the central bank’s reluctance to ease policy, blurted out “what the f—” before quickly apologizing to viewers. The outburst reflects mounting frustration on Wall Street over Chair Jerome Powell’s steady-rate stance even as other major central banks begin to loosen policy. Former President Donald Trump and several market commentators have repeatedly accused the Fed of acting too slowly, arguing that elevated borrowing costs are weighing on equity valuations and corporate investment. The Fed last held its target range at 5.25%–5.50%, citing still-elevated core inflation. Policymakers have signaled they want clearer evidence of disinflation before cutting. Futures pricing compiled by CME Group shows traders see less than a 40% chance of a reduction at the September meeting.