Trump Says Federal Reserve Chair Selection Finalized, Announcement Coming Soon
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Dec. 1 he has chosen his nominee for Federal Reserve Chair and will announce the decision soon, Jin10 reports. White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett praised market reactions to speculation about Trump's potential year-end nomination. Hassett, Trump's chief economic adviser and considered a leading candidate, declined to comment on his candidacy during a CBS Face the Nation appearance last Sunday.