[Hassett Surpasses Walsh to Reclaim Top Spot as Likely Next Fed Chair] Director of the U.S. National Economic Council, Hassett, has overtaken former Federal Reserve Governor Walsh in probability of becoming the next Federal Reserve Chair, reclaiming the top spot. Polymarket data shows Walsh's probability of being nominated by President Trump has dropped to 30%, while Hassett's has risen to 52%; Kalshi data indicates Walsh has fallen to 31%, and Hassett has climbed to 50%. U.S. Treasury Secretary Besant stated that there may be one or two more interviews this week, emphasizing that both Walsh and Hassett are highly qualified, and dismissed claims that Hassett is unfit for the role or that a new chair would compromise the Federal Reserve's independence.