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Hassett expected to depart White House
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Key Points:
- National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett is reportedly planning to leave his White House role in the coming weeks, though he has denied these reports and no official announcement has been made.
- Hassett has been exploring opportunities outside the administration since before the midterm elections, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and counselor David Zervos mentioned as potential replacements.
- The White House strongly refuted the departure rumors, emphasizing Hassett’s key role in advancing President Trump’s economic policies and highlighting recent economic achievements under his tenure.
- Hassett was reappointed nearly two years ago and has been involved in major initiatives, including expanding retirement plan access for workers and managing economic responses to international events.
- His expected exit is part of broader staffing changes within the Trump administration, which has seen several high-profile departures and replacements in recent weeks amid ongoing internal shifts.
