United States President Donald Trump is reviewing candidates to replace outgoing Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell, who disagreed with Trump on interest rate cuts. Trump has expressed his desire for the next Fed Chairman to keep interest rates low and never oppose his views. Top contenders for the position include Kevin Hassett, Kevin Warsh, and Christopher Waller. Hassett, the director of the National Economic Council, is favored due to his close relationship with Trump and ability to advocate for Trump’s economic ideas effectively. The Fed has already cut interest rates three times this year, with Trump pushing for further reductions to stimulate economic growth.
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