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Judy Shelton Hired by Treasury to Evaluate China's Financial Conditions

3 reports, 2 independent Updated Oct 16
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What happened

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Judy Shelton was hired by the Department of the Treasury as a Counselor to Scott Bessent. Her role involves advising on current policy, specifically focusing on evaluating financial conditions in China. Shelton, who previously held a position with the FED, is known for advocating for linking government bonds to gold. Her appointment did not require confirmation from the Senate.

From zerohedge.com, americanbanker.com

Why it matters

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The appointment places a strong advocate for linking government bonds to gold within the Treasury. Her advisory role centers on China's financial conditions, which is relevant as the Department of the Treasury plans to hold Bitcoin as part of a strategic reserve [Department of the Treasury and Bitcoin connection].

From americanbanker.com

Who's involved

  • Judy SheltonEconomist hired as Counselor to the Department of the Treasury
  • Department of the TreasuryDepartment that hired Judy Shelton to advise on policy
  • Scott BessentSecretary of the Department of the Treasury who appointed Judy Shelton
  • ChinaGeopolitical state whose financial conditions Judy Shelton will evaluate
  • FEDBusiness where Judy Shelton previously held a formal position as a nominee

How it developed

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  1. Shelton's appointment did not require Senate approval, and she criticized the Fed.1 source
  2. Shelton appointed to Fed Board to evaluate China's financial conditions.1 source

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