Trump says Yellen still in the running for renewed term

US president says he would consider reappointing Janet Yellen, although others are in contention

Donald Trump
Donald Trump appears to have changed his mind on Janet Yellen

Despite speculation to the contrary, Janet Yellen may be reappointed for a second term as chair of the Federal Reserve.

US President Donald Trump said he has a “lot of respect” for Yellen, adding “she is in the running, absolutely”, during an interview with The Wall Street Journal on July 25. “I think she’s done a good job. I’d like to see rates stay low. She’s historically been a low-rate person.”

Yellen initially appeared to be set to be replaced, having been targeted by a series of negative

Only users who have a paid subscription or are part of a corporate subscription are able to print or copy content.

To access these options, along with all other subscription benefits, please contact info@centralbanking.com or view our subscription options here: http://subscriptions.centralbanking.com/subscribe

You are currently unable to copy this content. Please contact info@centralbanking.com to find out more.

Sorry, our subscription options are not loading right now

Please try again later. Get in touch with our customer services team if this issue persists.

New to Central Banking? View our subscription options

Register for Central Banking

All fields are mandatory unless otherwise highlighted

This address will be used to create your account

You need to sign in to use this feature. If you don’t have a Central Banking account, please register for a trial.

Sign in
You are currently on corporate access.

To use this feature you will need an individual account. If you have one already please sign in.

Sign in.

Alternatively you can request an individual account

.