The Irony of Closeness: Why Kevin Hassett’s Fed Candidacy Is Facing a White House Backlash
The race for the next Federal Reserve Chair has taken a dramatic turn, as Kevin Hassett, once the market's frontrunner due to his close relationship with President Donald Trump, is now facing pushback from within the President's inner circle.
The Test of Independence: Fed Front-Runner Kevin Hassett Rejects Presidential 'Weight' on Rates
The delicate and critical issue of Federal Reserve independence has been placed squarely in the spotlight as President Donald Trump prepares to name his nominee to replace current Fed Chair Jerome Powell.