Fed Governor Quarles Stepping Down at Year's End

Fed Governor Quarles Stepping Down at Year's End

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The video discusses recent changes in the Federal Reserve, including the resignation of Randal Quarles and the uncertainty surrounding Jerome Powell's re-nomination. It highlights the implications of these changes on financial regulation and climate change policies, as well as the potential confirmation hearings for open Fed seats.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the current uncertainty at the Federal Reserve?

The introduction of a new economic framework

The lack of clarity in financial regulations

The upcoming end of Jerome Powell's term

The resignation of Randal Quarles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tradition is Randal Quarles following by stepping down?

Breaking with tradition by staying longer

Exiting once his term as vice chair ends

Leaving before his term as Fed governor ends

Resigning due to political pressure

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main areas expected to see tougher regulations at the Fed?

Banking transparency and digital currency

Interest rates and inflation

Monetary policy and employment

Financial regulation and climate change

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge might the President face in filling the open seats at the Fed?

Economic instability

Opposition from the Senate

Lack of qualified candidates

Disagreement within his own party

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might the President approach the confirmation hearings for the open Fed seats?

By focusing solely on the Fed chair position

By selecting only two candidates

By delaying the process indefinitely

By announcing all picks at once