White House National Economic Council director says he and Trump will respect Warsh's decision tomorrow.

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15/09/2026
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said that he and U.S. President Trump "respect whatever Warsh decides to do tomorrow." Hassett was previously asked whether a rate hike by Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh would be a mistake. In an interview, Hassett said: "We have great respect for Kevin Warsh. The president and I have known him for many years." Hassett laid out the reasons why the Fed should not raise rates, but also said that "we" respect the decision the Fed will make.