Kevin Hassett

Kevin Hassett serves as President Donald Trump's top economic advisor and Director of the National Economic Council. He is a central figure in discussions surrounding the US economy and its performance under the Trump administration. Hassett is newsworthy due to his prominent role in shaping economic policy, his commentary on economic issues, and his potential nomination to lead the Federal Reserve. Recent events include his assessment of the cost of the war against Iran, his response to negative jobs reports, his presence during the House vote rebuking Trump's tariffs on Canada, and Trump's expressed desire to keep him in the White House, potentially as Fed chair. He has also commented on the Justice Department's investigation into the current Fed chair. His relevance stems from his influence on Trump's economic agenda and his potential to lead the Federal Reserve amidst concerns about the central bank's independence and the cooling US labor market.