Trump Is Reportedly Rethinking His Treasury Secretary Choices
Trump reportedly getting second thoughts on Treasury pick
President Trump is reportedly reconsidering his choices for Treasury Secretary after one leading candidate has gotten on his "nerves".
According to a report by Axios, Trump has been growing increasingly frustrated with former Goldman Sachs banker Steve Mnuchin.
Mnuchin's past statements have reportedly irked Trump
Mnuchin's past statements, including his support for Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election, have reportedly irked Trump.
The report also suggests that Trump is considering other candidates for the post, including former FDIC chair Sheila Bair and former Bain Capital executive Todd Ricketts.
Ricketts is a major donor to both parties
Ricketts is a major donor to both parties and has served as the finance chairman of the Republican National Committee.
Bair is a former FDIC chair and has been praised by both Democrats and Republicans for her handling of the 2008 financial crisis.
Mnuchin was once considered a frontrunner
Mnuchin was once considered a frontrunner for the Treasury post, but his chances have reportedly dwindled in recent weeks.
It is unclear when Trump will make a final decision on his Treasury Secretary.