Trump Names Hassett to Economic Post, Greer as Trade Chief
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President-elect Donald Trump named Kevin Hassett to direct the National Economic Council and Jamieson Greer as the US Trade Representative, filling two key posts on his economic team.
Trump in statements on Tuesday lauded the two men, who will have direct sway over much of his economic agenda. Hassett, whose post does not require Senate confirmation, will likely be heavily involved in Trump’s plans to cut taxes and Greer, if confirmed by the Senate, will have a direct hand in the president-elect’s expansive tariff vision.