December 2nd, "Fed Whisperer" Nick Timiraos published a column discussing Trump's nomination of the new Fed Chair. The article states that the final candidate for the new Fed Chair has met with Powell. Sources revealed that they will begin meeting with Mnuchin and other White House staff this week before meeting with Trump. Powell has indicated that Trump may announce the nominee before Christmas.While Trump has said he has made a decision and all indications point to Hassett as his top choice, those following the process note that he could change his mind. According to sources, last week Trump was also discussing with allies who should serve as the next Fed Chair. The source said Trump urged allies to articulate reasons for supporting Hassett or Warsh.Someone told Trump that Warsh does not have as close a professional relationship with the President as Hassett does and also pointed out that if Trump chooses Hassett, he will lose Hassett's seat on the National Economic Council, a source said.