ME News Message, January 29 (UTC+8), "The Fed's mouthpiece" Nick Timiraos stated that in the outcome of this rather suspenseful meeting, the voting position of Fed Governor Waller may attract particular attention. Waller is one of the candidates Trump is considering to replace Powell as the chairman of the Fed. If he votes in favor of a rate cut (which aligns with Trump's previous statements that he would not choose anyone who opposes his rate cut demands), it may allow him to continue his originally slim prospects for competition; if he votes to maintain interest rates unchanged alongside the majority of officials, it may strengthen his image as an independent voice, but he may also risk losing the position. (Source: ME)