White House Denies Hassett Departing Trump Administration
Three people familiar with his plans said Kevin Hassett may leave as the administration faces further staffing changes.
- On Friday, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett denied reports he plans to leave the White House, dismissing the claims as "not true" in a text message to CNBC.
- Semafor reported earlier Friday that Hassett was departing, citing three unnamed sources familiar with his plans and claiming he had been inquiring about outside roles before the recent midterm elections.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and counselor David Zervos are among potential replacements for the economic post, while recent staffing shifts include Trump replacing chief of staff Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller.
- A White House official rejected the report, stating "There is no factual basis for this reporting," while neither the White House nor the Treasury Department provided further comment on the speculation.
- President Donald Trump tapped Hassett to return as his top economic adviser nearly two years ago; multiple officials now expect further departures as the administration navigates ongoing staffing changes.
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The White House denied on Friday (13) that the director of the National Economic Council, Kevin Hassett, is leaving the Trump government in the coming weeks. Exclusive material for subscribers. To have full access, access the link of the subject and register.
Kevin Hassett Expected to Depart White House
“National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett is expected to depart his role at the White House in the coming weeks,” Semafor reports. “Hassett has been inquiring about roles outside the administration since well before this month’s midterm elections… Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who could hold both jobs, and his counselor, David Zervos, are among those […]
According to the media Semafor, the Director of the National Economic Council (NEC) could be replaced by the current Secretary to the Treasury Scott Bessent.
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