[CNBC Survey: Only 11% of Respondents Believe Hassett is Suitable for Fed Chair] A CNBC survey shows that 84% of respondents expect U.S. President Trump to nominate National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett as the next Federal Reserve Chair, but only 11% believe Hassett is a suitable candidate. 47% of respondents favor Federal Reserve Governor Waller, while 23% support Walsh. The market is concerned about whether Hassett can uphold the Fed's dual mandate and maintain independence. 76% of respondents believe the next chair will be more dovish than Powell, and 51% think the next chair will cater to the president's desire for rate cuts.