Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, said he and US President Trump “respect whatever Walsh decides to do tomorrow.” Earlier, Hassett was asked if the decision was wrong if Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Walsh raised interest rates. In an interview, Hassett said, “We have great respect for Kevin Walsh. The President and I have known him for many years”. Hassett explained the reasons why the Federal Reserve should not raise interest rates, but also stated that “we” respect the decisions the Federal Reserve will make.

Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, said he and US President Trump “respect whatever Walsh decides to do tomorrow.” Earlier, Hassett was asked if the decision was wrong if Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Walsh raised interest rates. In an interview, Hassett said, “We have great respect for Kevin Walsh. The President and I have known him for many years”. Hassett explained the reasons why the Federal Reserve should not raise interest rates, but also stated that “we” respect the decisions the Federal Reserve will make.