Sen. Tillis Sees No Path Forward for Raskin Nomination

The transcript features a discussion with Senator Thom Tillis about the nomination of Sarah Bloom Raskin for the Federal Reserve. Senator Tillis expresses his support for Chair Powell and Mr. Jefferson but not for Raskin, citing the need for a consensus-driven Federal Reserve. The conversation also covers the voting dynamics in the Senate and the importance of full staffing at the Federal Reserve to address inflation and monetary policy challenges.

What is the main reason Senator Tillis does not support Sarah Bloom Raskin's nomination?

• She lacks experience.

• She has a conflict of interest.

• There is no path for her confirmation.

• She is not a consensus-driven leader.

Which nominee does Senator Tillis express support for?

• Sarah Bloom Raskin

• Leila Brainerd

• Delhalle Brainerd

• Chair Powell

Why does Senator Tillis not support Leila Brainerd's nomination?

• She has a conflict of interest.

• She is not a member of the current board.

• She is seen as a dissenter.

• She lacks experience.

What is Senator Tillis's main concern regarding the Federal Reserve?

• It should be a consensus-driven organization.

• It should reduce its number of members.

• It should focus on international policies.

• It should increase interest rates immediately.

What is the current concern that makes full staffing of the Fed important?

• International trade issues

• Inflation

• Stock market volatility

• Unemployment