Kevin Hassett.
American economist (born 1962)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Kevin Hassett and Stuart Varney discussed a recent disappointing inflation report on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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Trump, advised by experts like Kevin Hassett, is utilizing Bureau of Labor Statistics reports and Federal Reserve projections to inform the economic agenda of the President.Well supported6 reports
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Houthis attacked a Saudi pipeline while Trump declared war on Iran and appointed Kevin Hassett as top official.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Kevin Hassett, NEC Director, appeared on CNN while the ending of FIFA caused hospitality unemployment.Some support2 reports
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Kevin Hassett commented on May 26th that regional tensions are affecting oil prices and inflation.Well supported11 reports1 development inside
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Advisers are studying the potential impact of diesel export bans involving Donald Trump, Kevin Hassett, and Jamieson Greer.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration is utilizing the Treasury Secretary's office and seeking expert economic validation for its policies.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Kevin Hassett commented on Fed targets, blaming current inflation on Biden's tenure amid geopolitical tensions.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Kevin Hassett cited Trump's supply side policies as economic data showed inflation outpacing wage growth, earning support from the White House.Well supported7 reports
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Hassett discussed AI risks to CNBC while Congress called for government involvement in the AI race, alongside Trump's push for US dominance over China.Some support1 report
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Trump uses media to announce policy proposals, with Kevin Hassett serving as his economic adviser.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Trump's administration, advised by Kevin Hassett, was involved in policy changes regarding digital assets and held vested shares in Coinbase.Some support1 report
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Central banks adjusted rate policies while Kevin Hassett argued AI could lower inflation, following Kevin Warsh's appointment as Fed chair.Well supported8 reports
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Karl Widerquist, a Georgetown professor, critiques Kevin Hassett's economic assertions.Some support1 report
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Kevin Hassett and Larry Kudlow discussed capital gains changes as part of broader economic policies.Some support2 reports
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Trump administration, involving Kevin Hassett, is developing a new tax package that aligns with the election playbook.Some support3 reports
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Expert Kevin Hassett appeared on Fox Business to discuss economic trends, citing nationwide gas price increases and high regulatory costs.Well supported5 reports
Gone quiet
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Consumer sentiment surveys published by the Conference Board were influenced by the intensification of war in the Middle East, involving input from the University of Michigan and Kevin Hassett.Well supported32 reports2 developments inside
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Kevin Hassett discussed economic policy on Fox News while Iran controlled launch sites in the Strait of Hormuz and supported Hezbollah.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump and Kevin Hassett discussed economic data and consumer sentiment, defending administration policies using data from Gallup and the University of Michigan.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Kevin Hassett used Fox News to discuss how the Iran war is contributing to economic headwinds.Some support2 reports
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Explainers that pass through Kevin Hassett
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News at the entities that move Kevin Hassett most-
Donald Trump StructuralRussia released diesel fuel supplies to help ease high fuel prices stemming from the Iran war.Moves Kevin Hassett
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White House StructuralThe Administration claims it will prevent $1.6 billion in financial losses.Moves Kevin Hassett
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Coinbase TransactionalThe crypto market is experiencing a rally, boosting related stocks as major firms like BlackRock remain involved in Bitcoin funds under SEC oversight.Moves Kevin Hassett
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Howard Lutnick OperationalTrump and Howard Lutnick announced a new manufacturing plant involving Sibelco in North Carolina.Moves Kevin Hassett
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CNBC OperationalCNBC and the International Air Transport Association are tracking trends related to disruptive passenger behavior.Moves Kevin Hassett
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NEC StructuralThe IRS enforced tax compliance requirements for contractors on October 19, 2026.Moves Kevin Hassett
Connections
The 40 strongest of 60, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Donald Trump Structural
Kevin Hassett served as a key economic advisor and director within Donald Trump's administration.
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National Economic Council Structural
Kevin Hassett holds the formal role of Director within the National Economic Council.
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FED Operational
Kevin Hassett provides expert commentary and advisory input regarding the FED's monetary policy and economic outlook.
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Fox News Operational
Kevin Hassett actively utilizes Fox News as a platform to discuss and defend economic policy and challenge its reporting.
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White House Structural
Kevin Hassett holds a formal, current director role within the White House National Economic Council.
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CNBC Operational
Kevin Hassett regularly appears on CNBC to provide commentary and analysis on economic issues.
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Fox Business Operational
Kevin Hassett provides economic commentary and is interviewed on the Fox Business channel.
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Lisa Cook Operational
Kevin Hassett is actively investigating and pressuring Lisa Cook in a professional capacity.
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NEC Structural
Kevin Hassett serves in a directorial capacity within NEC.
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Jerome Powell Operational
Hassett publicly criticizes Powell's tenure and is considered a potential successor to the Fed Chair role.
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Joe Biden Operational
Kevin Hassett actively criticizes Joe Biden's administration regarding its economic performance and inflation.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics Mentioned together
Kevin Hassett frequently comments on and analyzes economic data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Coinbase Transactional
Kevin Hassett holds vested shares in the company Coinbase.
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CNN Operational
Kevin Hassett regularly appears on CNN to discuss and defend economic policies.
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Larry Kudlow Operational
The two economic commentators engage in professional discussions regarding inflation trends, economic policies, and tax proposals.
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Bill Hemmer Transactional
Hemmer and Hassett jointly discussed and raised mortgage rates in a specific market context.
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Scott Bessent Operational
The two individuals compete in the public economic discourse by selectively presenting favorable economic data.
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Peter Doocy Operational
Doocy actively questions and challenges Hassett regarding his economic views.
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Jake Tapper Operational
Jake Tapper and Kevin Hassett engage in public discourse, with Tapper questioning Hassett on economic claims.
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Pamela Brown Mentioned together
The two individuals are co-mentioned in articles discussing economic data and administration claims.
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Anthropic Shared context
The relationship is defined by the shared context of government oversight regarding the AI industry's responsibilities.
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Stuart Varney Mentioned together
The two individuals are co-mentioned as commentators discussing shared economic events, such as inflation reports.
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Bloomberg Television Operational
Bloomberg Television interacts with Kevin Hassett regarding potential funding sources through a reconciliation process.
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Howard Lutnick Operational
Lutnick initiated contact with Hassett regarding California's priorities and policy reviews.
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Dario Amodei Mentioned together
Hassett professionally regards Amodei's proposals as a valid model for assessment.
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Goldman Sachs Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in articles discussing market benchmarks and investment trends.
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OpenAI Shared context
Hassett commented on the private sector's role in AI, which includes companies like OpenAI.
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Middle East Shared context
The relationship is established as one where the geopolitical context of the Middle East influences global economic factors like oil prices and inflation.
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California Shared context
Kevin Hassett cites California as an example of a state with high regulatory costs.
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Conference Board Mentioned together
Kevin Hassett lent expert credibility to the Conference Board's economic index and research findings.
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C-SPAN Shared context
C-SPAN serves as the broadcast platform for Kevin Hassett to discuss economic and trade issues.
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Steven Cheung Operational
Steven Cheung publicly defended Kevin Hassett's economic stance.
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Jackson Hole Shared context
The two entities were co-present at the Jackson Hole conference, discussing current economic issues.
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Singapore Mentioned together
The evidence is a single, generic statement about A's function (location) and does not establish a direct link to B.
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Thomas Barkin Operational
The two individuals hold differing professional views regarding current employment data.
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Joe Kernen Transactional
Kevin Hassett appeared as a guest on Joe Kernen's program.
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Karl Widerquist Operational
Widerquist has publicly critiqued Hassett's economic assertions.
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New York Mentioned together
Kevin Hassett has commented on the role of high regulatory states, such as New York, in driving inflation.
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AAA Mentioned together
The two individuals are thematically linked through cited data concerning nationwide increases in gas prices.
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Beijing Shared context
Kevin Hassett's economic and diplomatic activities are observed in the context of Beijing.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
6 events- Trump, advised by experts like Kevin Hassett, is utilizing Bureau of Labor Statistics reports and Federal Reserve projections to inform the economic agenda of the President.
- Advisers are studying the potential impact of diesel export bans involving Donald Trump, Kevin Hassett, and Jamieson Greer.
- The Trump administration is utilizing the Treasury Secretary's office and seeking expert economic validation for its policies.
- Kevin Hassett commented on Fed targets, blaming current inflation on Biden's tenure amid geopolitical tensions.
- Hassett discussed AI risks to CNBC while Congress called for government involvement in the AI race, alongside Trump's push for US dominance over China.
- Trump's administration, advised by Kevin Hassett, was involved in policy changes regarding digital assets and held vested shares in Coinbase.
August 2026
5 events- Kevin Hassett, NEC Director, appeared on CNN while the ending of FIFA caused hospitality unemployment.
- Trump uses media to announce policy proposals, with Kevin Hassett serving as his economic adviser.
- Karl Widerquist, a Georgetown professor, critiques Kevin Hassett's economic assertions.
- Kevin Hassett and Larry Kudlow discussed capital gains changes as part of broader economic policies.
- Trump administration, involving Kevin Hassett, is developing a new tax package that aligns with the election playbook.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
8 events- Kevin Hassett commented on May 26th that regional tensions are affecting oil prices and inflation.
- Kevin Hassett cited Trump's supply side policies as economic data showed inflation outpacing wage growth, earning support from the White House.
- Central banks adjusted rate policies while Kevin Hassett argued AI could lower inflation, following Kevin Warsh's appointment as Fed chair.
- Expert Kevin Hassett appeared on Fox Business to discuss economic trends, citing nationwide gas price increases and high regulatory costs.
- Consumer sentiment surveys published by the Conference Board were influenced by the intensification of war in the Middle East, involving input from the University of Michigan and Kevin Hassett.
- Kevin Hassett discussed economic policy on Fox News while Iran controlled launch sites in the Strait of Hormuz and supported Hezbollah.
- Donald Trump and Kevin Hassett discussed economic data and consumer sentiment, defending administration policies using data from Gallup and the University of Michigan.
- Kevin Hassett used Fox News to discuss how the Iran war is contributing to economic headwinds.