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Bessent Under Discussion to Also Lead National Economic Council

The article discusses the possibility of Scott Bessent, the current Treasury Secretary, also leading the National Economic Council under the Trump administration. This potential move is being considered by Trump's aides and allies, according to sources familiar with the matter. The article suggests that this change could happen if the president selects Kevin Hassett as the next chair of the Federal Reserve. Bessent's expanded role would involve him serving as both the Treasury Secretary and the top White House economic adviser. The article does not provide any further details or commentary on the potential reasons or implications of this proposed change in Bessent's responsibilities. It simply presents the information about the ongoing discussions within the Trump administration regarding this matter.

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Hassett Says Supreme Court Risks Creating Tariff Refund Problem

The article discusses the potential implications of a Supreme Court ruling that could lead to the scrapping of former President Donald Trump's tariffs and the refunding of import fees collected. According to Kevin Hassett, the former top…

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Dec 21, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportLATEST
Hassett Says Supreme Court Risks Creating Tariff Refund Problem

The article discusses the potential implications of a Supreme Court ruling that could lead to the scrapping of former President Donald Trump's tariffs and the refunding of import fees collected. According to Kevin…

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Dec 19, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
'Developing a Consensus' Key for Incoming Fed Chair

The article discusses the potential leadership transition at the U.S. Federal Reserve, with President Donald Trump indicating that Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh are his top choices to succeed the current chairman, Jay…

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Dec 18, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Bessent’s 2025 Saw Powell and Argentina Rescues, Deficit Angst

In 2025, Scott Bessent, a prominent American financial figure, had a remarkably eventful year. He played a crucial role in US trade negotiations with China and guided the world's largest bond market. Notably, Bessent…

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Dec 17, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Next Fed Chair Needs to 'Earn the Market's Trust,' Says DB's Luzzetti

The article discusses the upcoming selection of the next Chair of the Federal Reserve by President Donald Trump, which is expected to be announced in early January. According to Deutsche Bank Chief US Economist Matthew…

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Dec 16, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Bessent Sees One or Two More Fed Chair Interviews This Week

The Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, has announced that there are one or two more interviews scheduled this week for the next chair of the Federal Reserve. The decision on the new Fed chair is expected to be made by…

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Dec 14, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Hassett Says Trump Can Offer Fed Advice But Won’t Set Its Action

Kevin Hassett, the head of the National Economic Council, stated that while he would consider President Donald Trump's policy opinions if selected to lead the Federal Reserve, the central bank's interest rate decisions…

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Dec 13, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Trump Leaning Between Warsh, Hassett for Fed Chair | Balance of Power: Late Edition 12/12/2025

The news article discusses President Trump's potential choices for the Federal Reserve Chair, with Kevin Warsh and Kevin Hassett being the frontrunners. It also covers other political and business-related topics,…

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Dec 12, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Trump Names Warsh, Hassett as Top Fed Contenders, WSJ Says

The article reports that President Donald Trump has named Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh as the top contenders to lead the US Federal Reserve. According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump expects the next Fed chair to…

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Treasury to Scrutinize Somalia Money as Trump Slams Nation

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Dec 11, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Bessent Emphasizes Economic Growth in Bid to Ease Regulation

In a bid to ease financial regulations, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the importance of economic growth. Bessent stated that the Trump administration's efforts are aimed at bolstering economic security,…

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Dec 3, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Bessent May Be Tapped to Lead National Economic Council

The news article discusses the possibility of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent being appointed as the head of the National Economic Council, in addition to his current role, if President Donald Trump selects Kevin…

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Dec 3, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportOPENING
Bessent Under Discussion to Also Lead National Economic Council

The article discusses the possibility of Scott Bessent, the current Treasury Secretary, also leading the National Economic Council under the Trump administration. This potential move is being considered by Trump's aides…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 21, 2025

The article discusses the potential implications of a Supreme Court ruling that could lead to the scrapping of former President Donald Trump's tariffs and the refunding of import fees collected. According to Kevin Hassett, the former top…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 19, 2025

The article discusses the potential leadership transition at the U.S. Federal Reserve, with President Donald Trump indicating that Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh are his top choices to succeed the current chairman, Jay Powell. The president…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 18, 2025

In 2025, Scott Bessent, a prominent American financial figure, had a remarkably eventful year. He played a crucial role in US trade negotiations with China and guided the world's largest bond market. Notably, Bessent was instrumental in…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 17, 2025

The article discusses the upcoming selection of the next Chair of the Federal Reserve by President Donald Trump, which is expected to be announced in early January. According to Deutsche Bank Chief US Economist Matthew Luzzetti, the new…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 16, 2025

The Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, has announced that there are one or two more interviews scheduled this week for the next chair of the Federal Reserve. The decision on the new Fed chair is expected to be made by President Donald…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 14, 2025

Kevin Hassett, the head of the National Economic Council, stated that while he would consider President Donald Trump's policy opinions if selected to lead the Federal Reserve, the central bank's interest rate decisions would remain…

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