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Janet Yellen exiting office, leaving mess behind for Trump team

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Last updated: November 24, 2024 6:51 am
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The recent scramble to appoint a new Treasury secretary under Donald Trump’s administration has overshadowed the significant impact Janet Yellen has had on the US economy during her time in office. Yellen, who will be replaced by hedge fund mogul Scott Bessent in January, leaves behind a challenging financial landscape for her successor to navigate.

Despite her impressive credentials and experience as Fed chair, Yellen’s tenure as Treasury secretary has been marked by economic challenges. The massive $1.8 trillion federal budget deficit that ballooned during the Biden administration, along with the accumulation of $36 trillion in debt, has created a fiscal time bomb that could have far-reaching consequences.

Yellen’s approach to financing the deficit, by shifting towards shorter-dated securities instead of issuing long-term debt, has raised concerns among financial experts. By relying more on Treasury bills and short-term notes, Yellen may have inadvertently set the stage for higher interest rates and increased government interest expenses.

This strategy, driven by political considerations to keep interest rates low and avoid market disruptions, could backfire if rates rise above 5% and lead to a stock market decline. Yellen’s tactics to manage the deficit and debt levels have left the incoming Treasury secretary with a challenging task ahead.

In addition to Yellen’s legacy, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under Chairman Gary Gensler has faced its own set of challenges. Gensler’s focus on climate activism and regulation of the cryptocurrency industry has drawn criticism for diverting the agency from its core mission of investor protection.

As Gensler prepares to step down, his successor faces the daunting task of addressing the regulatory issues and restoring confidence in the SEC. The transition at the SEC mirrors the challenges faced by the incoming Treasury secretary, as they navigate the complex financial landscape left behind by their predecessors.

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Overall, the economic legacy of Janet Yellen and Gary Gensler underscores the importance of effective leadership and strategic decision-making in managing the country’s financial systems. As the new administration prepares to take office, they must address the challenges posed by the current economic environment and chart a path towards sustainable growth and stability.

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