Trump’s ‘Apprentice’-style competition for Fed chief starts now. Here’s what to know.
1. Fed chair candidate interviews led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent begin soon. 2. The process is unusual, potentially impacting Fed independence and market perceptions. 3. Market pressure may increase for the Fed to lower interest rates. 4. Candidates include BlackRock's Rick Rieder, influencing market forecasting dynamics. 5. Political dynamics could disrupt traditionally nonpartisan Fed decision-making.