Trump to Nominate White House Economist to Fed Board

President Donald Trump said Thursday he will nominate Stephen Miran, chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, to serve as a temporary member of the Federal Reserve Board, filling a vacancy created by the departure of Gov. Adriana Kugler, The Hill reported.

The move comes as the GOP-controlled Senate prepares to consider several key financial appointments and as the administration eyes a long-term shift in leadership at the central bank.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Miran’s economic expertise and loyalty.

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