PANews, June 25 - Trump called Federal Reserve Chairman Powell "terrible" and stated that he knows there are three or four people competing to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve. When asked if he was interviewing candidates to replace Powell, Trump told reporters, "I know who I would choose among three or four people." Reportedly, the main competitors include former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh, National Economic Council Director Hassett, current Federal Reserve Governor Waller, and Treasury Secretary Mnuchin. Trump has repeatedly criticized Powell for not cutting interest rates and has suggested firing him or quickly appointing a successor, although he often retracts these threats. Some analysts believe this is an effort by Trump to influence monetary policy through a "shadow Federal Reserve chairman" before Powell's term ends in May 2026.