Fed Chair Search Expands to Include Bowman, Jefferson and Logan

The Federal Reserve’s two vice chairs, Michelle Bowman and Philip Jefferson, and Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan are under consideration to serve as chair of the central bank when the position opens next year, according to two administration officials.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is running the search, will interview additional candidates in the coming weeks, said the officials, who were granted anonymity to speak candidly about the process. President Donald Trump is expected to make his final announcement this fall, they said.

Others who remain under consideration include Kevin Hassett, a close economic adviser to Trump, ...