Trump Announces Key Economic and Trade Appointments

Donald Trump has appointed Kevin Hassett to lead the National Economic Council, placing him at the forefront of policy-making on trade, taxes, and deregulation. Hassett, who previously chaired the Council of Economic Advisers under Trump, supported corporate tax cuts and tariffs. Trump also named Jamieson Greer as U.S. Trade Representative and plans to increase tariffs on Chinese, Mexican, and Canadian goods. This move is part of Trump's efforts to finalize his economic team ahead of his upcoming inauguration.