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News in English (USA) / 05.08.2025 / 16:00

Trump Rules Out Scott Bessent for Federal Reserve Chair, Considers Four Other Candidates

President Trump has confirmed that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will not be nominated for the position of Federal Reserve Chair, stating that Bessent does not wish to take on the role. Trump mentioned that there are four other candidates in consideration to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed Chair. The President is expected to announce his appointments soon, narrowing down the list while hinting at potential successors.
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