The Latest Breaking News from the National Economic Council

Economist Kevin Hassett currently serves as the Director of the National Economic Council, but could soon find himself named the next Federal Reserve Chairman, based on prediction market odds and comments from President Donald Trump.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said there’s a “very good chance” a new Fed chair will be named by Christmas.

Peter Navarro, former Trump trade adviser, explores key roles in the new administration amidst evolving economic perspectives.

During a recent interview, the former Director of the National Economic Council expressed concerns about the current state of immigration policies in the United States. He highlighted the challenges posed by unvetted illegal immigrants entering the country and emphasized the importance of thorough vetting processes to ensure national security.

Senior aide Bharat Ramamurti established himself as one of the top economic voices in the Biden administration.

Cindy Leonard took a break from the summer heat earlier this month to cool off on the water steps on Pittsburgh’s North Shore. The price was right, she said — free. “With the price of groceries going up, gas, electrical bills, you have to watch what you buy,” she said.

The House's debt ceiling bill has critics on both sides. Bharat Ramamurti, the deputy director of the National Economic Council, says the administration was able to secure some of its key priorities.