Hassett says Fed independence is ‘really important’ and chair candidates shouldn’t be disqualified for being Trump’s friend

Hassett declined in a CNBC interview to directly address his own candidacy but said forging consensus is an important part of the job.

Dec 16, 2025 2

Hassett says Fed independence is ‘really important’ and chair candidates shouldn’t be disqualified for being Trump’s friend
Hassett declined in a CNBC interview to directly address his own candidacy but said forging consensus is an important part of the job.
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