Trump’s Remark Sends Markets Surging for Kevin Hassett

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Donald Trump’s Comment Sends Prediction Markets Soaring for Kevin Hassett

Written by Aaron S.,

Editor-In-Chief

Last Updated: December 03, 2025

Key Takeaways

President Donald Trump’s remarks at a White House event hinted that Kevin Hassett could be the next Federal Reserve chair;
Prediction markets surged after President Trump’s comments, with Hassett’s odds rising from 66% to 85% on Kalshi;
Hassett, head of the National Economic Council, is a crypto supporter with a $1 million stake in Coinbase.

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Donald Trump’s Comment Sends Prediction Markets Soaring for Kevin Hassett

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Kevin Hassett’s odds of becoming the next chair of the US Federal Reserve rose after President Donald Trump made remarks that seemed to point in his direction.

President Trump greeted attendees and paused to acknowledge Hassett at a White House event on December 2.

He said, "It’s a great group, and I guess a potential Fed chair is here too. I don’t know, are we allowed to say that, potential? He’s a respected person, that I can tell you. Thank you, Kevin".

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During a cabinet meeting that day, Trump said the decision process was nearly complete. He noted, "I think we probably looked at 10 and we have it down to one".

After those comments, prediction markets reacted quickly. On Kalshi, a blockchain-based trading platform, the odds of Hassett being nominated climbed from around 66% to 85%.

Polymarket showed a similar increase, which reflects growing market confidence in his selection.

Hassett currently leads the National Economic Council, a position he assumed in January 2025 after being chosen by President Trump. Known for his interest in cryptocurrencies, he has a $1 million investment in Coinbase $2.49B and has helped oversee the administration’s digital asset working group.

Hasset is one of several figures under consideration to succeed Jerome Powell, whose term ends in May 2026.

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