Kevin Hassett Returning As An Economic Adviser for Second Trump Administration

Trump tariffs would hurt US defence sector, warns Beijing adviser

Chinese government-affiliated expert says America would bear brunt of trade measures promised by president-elect

World - Financial Times - November 18

Trump advisers contemplating cuts to Medicaid and other welfare programs

Further plans include blows to food stamps that could threaten millions of Americans to fund tax cut extensions . Donald Trump ’s economic advisers and congressional Republicans are discussing ...

World - The Guardian - November 18

Trump will nominate transition adviser Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary

Trump has picked Howard Lutnick, a crypto enthusiast and the head of brokerage and investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald, to be commerce secretary.

Top Biden adviser warns of ‘chaos’ if Trump raises tariffs and guts IRA

White House’s senior economy official says president-elect’s plans will hurt US manufacturing

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Trump camp rivalries come to fore over efforts to oust top adviser

Boris Epshteyn accused of asking potential administration nominees to pay monthly fee for lobbying president-elect. Internal rivalries spilled into public view on Monday as Boris Epshteyn, a top ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Trump adviser Boris Epshteyn accused of trying to sell Cabinet roles

The Trump transition team says it is moving ahead after reviewing allegations that longtime adviser Boris Epshteyn attempted to use his influence over Cabinet picks to make a personal profit. ...

Harris improves her odds over Trump, according to these economic indicators

Those betting on Trump may want to consider the latest economic data, which indicate Harris could benefit from material tailwinds that become a decisive factor in a close race.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Elon Musk says Trump's economic plans could cause 'temporary hardship'

Musk, the world's richest person, is a prominent supporter of Trump.

Exit polls 2024: Deep economic discontent with Biden drove voters to Trump

Broad economic discontent and sharp divisions about the nation’s future mark voter attitudes nationally in ABC News' preliminary exit poll results.

Trump leverages economic discontent, extends his appeal -- and breaks mold: ANALYSIS

While ABC News had not projected a winner by early Wednesday morning, Trump's performance broke the mold across a variety of measures.

Europe praises Trump's victory amid wider fears of an impending economic nightmare

European leaders are congratulating Donald Trump for his victory, while sources add the outcome is not as shocking as when he clinched victory in 2016.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Trump’s Economic Plans Could Worsen Inflation, Economists Say

Many Americans fretted about inflation as they headed out to vote. But Donald J. Trump’s approach comes with risks of a renewed boost.

Business - The New York Times - November 6

Trump’s Newest Economic Guides Are Not Like His Old Ones

A little-known investment banker, a former hedge fund star and an acolyte of George Soros have the president-elect’s ear.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

Investors cheer Trump’s economic agenda, defying gloomy media

Donald Trump winning the popular vote and control of Congress was not the only shocker this week; the stock market response was almost as stunning.

Politics - The Hill - November 8

America Voted for Economic Change in Trump. They Just Might Get It

Despite appearance of a healthy economy, Americans are looking for a shake up.

Business - Inc. - November 10

Europe Braces for Trump: ‘Worst Economic Nightmare Has Come True’

The United States is the biggest trading partner for the European Union and Britain, whose economies could be at risk from the president-elect’s policies.

Business - The New York Times - November 12

Republicans and Democrats Highly Divided in Economic Outlook Under Trump

Consumer sentiment among Republicans has soared to its highest point since Donald J. Trump left the White House, while declining among Democrats.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

How Trump’s Tax Cuts and Tariffs Could Turn Into Law

Republicans are juggling complex political and tactical questions as they plan their congressional agenda next year.

Business - The New York Times - November 19

Donald Trump rounds out economic team after tariff threats

President-elect taps Jamieson Greer for US trade representative and Kevin Hassett as director of National Economic Council

World - Financial Times - 13 hours ago

Canada braces for second Trump presidency

Defence spending and agricultural protections could raise tensions with the new US administration

World - Financial Times - November 8

China braces for second Trump term

While on the campaign trail, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to put large tariffs on Chinese goods to protect American manufacturing, which might threaten the Asian nation's already-slowing ...

Kevin McCarthy says "you might see a much different Trump" in coming term

The former speaker, who was ousted by members of his party in 2023, encouraged Democrats to "take this opportunity to rebuild their party."

Australia’s US ambassador Kevin Rudd deletes posts criticising ‘destructive’ Trump after election win

Former PM says past comments don’t reflect his views as envoy, while foreign minister says she is confident of Australia’s alliance with US. US elections 2024 – live updates US election ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Trump might name Kevin Warsh as Treasury chief then Fed chair later, report says

A former Fed governor himself, Warsh would move over to the central bank after current Chair Jerome Powell's term expires.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

This Is the Dark, Unspoken Promise of Trump’s Return

Liberal democracy offers moral constraints without problem-solving. Populism offers problem-solving without moral constraints.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 16

Trump on RFK's role in banning vaccines in his administration: 'I'll make a decision'

Former President Trump said he would “make a decision” regarding banning certain vaccines if he wins the White House on Tuesday and former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy is a ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon won't join Trump administration

Jamie Dimon will continue to lead JPMorgan Chase despite speculation he could be in the running for Treasury secretary.

Massie signals he is open to agriculture role in Trump administration

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) signaled Wednesday that he is “ready and willing” to accept a role concerning agriculture in President-elect Trump’s administration, but he shot down a rumor that he has ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

What the next four years might bring from the Trump administration

A second Trump term will begin with controversy, including his plan for a mass deportation of undocumented immigrants. The president-elect has called for doing away with parts of the government. ...

Biden to address nation, administration working with Trump's transition team

President Biden will address the nation Thursday morning for the first time since the election as his administration works with President-elect Trump to ensure a peaceful transition. CBS News White ...

White House preparing for peaceful transition of power to Trump administration

President Biden will address the nation Thursday morning for the first time since Donald Trump won the presidential election as the Biden administration prepares to leave the White House. CBS News ...

Inside the Trump transition team's work to staff the new administration

President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is up and running as they work to coordinate policy plans and staff hires before Trump returns to the Oval Office. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia ...

Kevin Hassett Returning As An Economic Adviser for Second Trump Administration

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