Scott Bessent Says Interviews Of Potential Fed Chair Candidates Will Likely Begin After Labor Day: ‘It’s An Incredible Group’

Published : Aug 19, 2025, 07:15 PM IST
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In an interview with CNBC, Bessent said he will work on trimming down the list from 11 candidates currently to a smaller one before presenting it to President Donald Trump for further consideration.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday announced that he will likely begin interviews of potential candidates for Federal Reserve Chair after Labor Day.

In an interview with CNBC, Bessent said he will work on trimming down the list from 11 candidates currently to a smaller one before presenting it to President Donald Trump for further consideration.

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