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Trump's Fed Chair Choice: Hassett Faces Warsh Challenge
12/16/2025
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Story summary
- Kevin Hassett's candidacy for Federal Reserve chair faces pushback from influential figures close to U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh is gaining support.
- Trump indicates Warsh is favored.
- Trump seeks a chair aligned with his rate-reduction goals, aiming for rates as low as 1%.
- Trump plans final interviews with top contenders.
