The president’s comments in two separate public appearances on Tuesday follow a months-long selection process to replace Jay Powell as Fed chair that is nearing its conclusion. “I guess a potential Fed chair is here too. Potential?” Trump said, introducing Hassett during a White House event. “The truth is nobody knows who president Trump’s next pick for the Fed chair will be until he makes the announcement himself. Listen | 37:31Despite Mr Hassett’s apparent advantage, Mr Trump said he was not necessarily his first choice.

Source: The Irish Times December 03, 2025 14:51 UTC