Trump plans a temporary Fed board appointment in the coming days, with key inputs from the Commerce Secretary, Treasury Secretary, and Vice President Pence guiding his selection.
Trump stated that a temporary appointment to the Federal Reserve board is expected in the next few days before selecting a permanent candidate. He is considering about three candidates, likely from Wall Street, with input from key advisors including the Commerce Secretary, Treasury Secretary, and Vice President Pence. He also reiterated his consideration of former Fed governor Kevin Walsh and National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassitte, noting a discrepancy with earlier reports naming Kevin Warsh and Kevin Hassett.