Kevin Hassett says Federal Reserve can reject Trump’s views if he is chair

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Dec. 14, 2025, 6 p.m.
Last Updated Dec. 14, 2025, 6 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/14/hassett-federal-reserve-trump/

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WASHINGTON — A leading candidate to be President Donald Trump’s choice for Federal Reserve chair said that he would present the president’s views to Fed officials for their consideration but they could reject them if they chose when making decisions on interest rates. Kevin Hassett, in an interview...