🔥 SHADOW CHAIR RISING: The Fed Power Shift

🇺🇸 Donald Trump signals a major move on U.S. monetary policy, saying he will name Jerome Powell’s successor in January, months before Powell’s Chair term ends in May 2026. The goal: shape expectations early.

🪑 The “Shadow Chair” Strategy

An early nominee could pressure the Fed toward faster rate cuts, even before leadership officially changes.

⚖️ Key Points

• Lawsuit threats over Fed HQ renovation costs

• Shortlist of five candidates

• Favorites: Kevin Hassett 🇺🇸, Kevin Warsh 🇺🇸

• Loyalty test: support aggressive easing

⏳ Powell remains a Governor until 2028, complicating control.

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