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Rick Rieder: Trump's Sole Candidate for Fed Chair

1/20/2026

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Story summary
  • Rick Rieder, BlackRock's chief investment officer, is the sole candidate interviewed for the Federal Reserve chair.
  • The Oval Office interview included U.S. President Donald Trump and officials, with other finalists as Kevin Warsh and Christopher Waller.
  • Rieder's lack of Federal Reserve experience is viewed positively.
  • Trump is set to announce by end of January 2025, aligning with Miran's term.
  • Miran advocates significant interest rate cuts, arguing current policy is restrictive.