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[Trump to Meet with Federal Reserve Chair Candidates This Week, Nomination May Be Announced Before Christmas] On December 2, Nick Timiraos discussed Trump's nomination for the new Federal Reserve Chair in a column. The final candidates for the Federal Reserve Chair have already met with Besant and will meet with Vance and White House staff this week, followed by a meeting with Trump. Besant stated that Trump might announce the nominee before Christmas. Although Trump has indicated that he has made a decision and Hassett is the top choice, informed sources say Trump may change his mind. Last week, Trump was still discussing candidates with allies and asked for reasons to support either Hassett or Walsh. Some pointed out that Walsh does not have as close a relationship with Trump as Hassett does, but if Hassett is chosen, Trump would lose Hassett's seat on the National Executive Committee.