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Trump pivots on Hassett, signaling preference to keep top economic advisor, altering Fed outlook.

Story Thread|Trump's Strategy to Reshape the Federal Reserve

Araverus Team|Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:08 PM

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Jan 16, 2026 · 11:08 PM

Economic Adviser · Fed Chair · Kevin Hassett · President Trump

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President Trump expressed a desire to keep Kevin Hassett as his top economic adviser instead of nominating him to lead the Federal Reserve, which has implications for the search for a new Fed chair.

Thread Timeline: Trump's Strategy to Reshape the Federal Reserve

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President Trump signaled that he might keep National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, a top contender for Federal Reserve chair, in his current jobwsj.com

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