Trump Tells WSJ Yellen, Cohn Contenders to Be Fed Chair

Trump Tells WSJ Yellen, Cohn Contenders to Be Fed Chair

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President Trump mentioned Janet Yellen and Gary Cohn as contenders for the Federal Reserve Chair position. While Yellen's chances are seen as slim in Washington, Cohn has emerged as a favorite despite being a Democrat. The political implications of the selection process are discussed, with some expecting a Republican candidate to be favored.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two main contenders mentioned by President Trump for the Federal Reserve Chair?

Janet Yellen and Gary Cohn

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton

Glenn Hubbard and Kevin Wash

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general perception in Washington about Janet Yellen's chances of being reappointed?

She is highly favored

She has little chance

She is the only candidate

She is not considered at all

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Gary Cohn considered a favorite for the Federal Reserve Chair position?

He is a former President

He has no political affiliation

He is leading the search for a new Fed chair

He is a Republican

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unusual about Gary Cohn's candidacy for the Federal Reserve Chair?

He is a Democrat

He has no experience

He is a former athlete

He is a celebrity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political party's members were expected to be contenders for the Federal Reserve Chair but were not mentioned?

Libertarian

Republican

Green

Independent