美联储主席候选人萨默林发声：支持降息50基点“易如反掌”

Group 1 - Economist Marc Sumerlin expressed interest in becoming the next Federal Reserve Chair and believes aggressive rate cuts are appropriate at this time [1][2] - Sumerlin stated that a reduction of 50 basis points in the key interest rate is a straightforward decision given the current yield structure, weak labor market, and stable inflation [1] - The range of candidates to succeed current Fed Chair Jerome Powell is broad, with Sumerlin's stance on interest rates aligning with President Trump's push for monetary easing [1] Group 2 - Sumerlin confirmed that he was contacted by the White House last week and mentioned his close relationship with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is playing a key role in selecting the next chair [2] - He emphasized the importance of the Federal Reserve's independence, especially in light of President Trump's unprecedented public criticism of Powell and the FOMC [2] - Other candidates for the position include current board member Michelle Bowman, Christopher Waller, NEC Director Kevin Hassett, former board member Kevin Warsh, and about six other candidates [2]