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Scott Bessent questioned Federal Reserve chair candidates about their views on interest rates and quantitative easing during a grilling session, highlighting key issues in monetary policy discussions.
The Trump administration is considering 11 candidates, including David Zervos and Rick Rieder, to replace Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell when his term ends in May, with a process involving interviews by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and a final decision by the president, though no timetable has been set.
President Trump has narrowed down his list of potential Federal Reserve chair candidates to four, with Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh being the most prominent. He is considering these candidates as he evaluates the future leadership of the Fed, amid ongoing criticism of current Chair Jerome Powell and discussions about potential reforms and changes in Fed policy.
President Donald Trump is considering three or four candidates, including Kevin Warsh and Christopher Waller, for the next Federal Reserve Chair, criticizing Jerome Powell and hinting at potential influence over monetary policy amid ongoing debates about interest rate adjustments.