Trump will interview current Federal Reserve Board member Waller on December 20. Waller is considered a key advocate for rate cuts and is well-regarded by economists and Wall Street.

Golden Finance reports that Trump stated on social media that he will deliver a prime-time speech to the nation at 9 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday (10 a.m. Beijing Time on Thursday). This speech comes at a critical moment as Trump approaches the end of his first year back at the White House, with his approval ratings declining and the economy facing headwinds. Over the past year, Trump has focused on reshaping the relationship between the U.S. economy and national security. He has imposed tariffs on trade partners and key industries, and has clashed fiercely with allies over defense spending, immigration, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Domestically, he has continually tested the boundaries of executive power, pushed for a reorganization of the federal government, and carried out large-scale deportations of undocumented immigrants while tightening legal entry channels. This speech provides Trump with a platform to highlight his achievements and outline priorities for the coming year, as the Republican Party strives to maintain control of Congress in the midterm elections next November. Midterm elections typically result in the president's party losing seats in Congress. The White House has revealed that

Odaily Planet Daily reports that Castle Investment founder Ken Griffin stated that Trump has already identified a suitable candidate for the Federal Reserve Chairmanship, but Ken Griffin refused to reveal his preferred candidate for the new Federal Reserve Chair. He also pointed out that it is important for the White House to maintain distance from the Federal Reserve. (Jinshi)

BlockBeats 消息，12 月 16 日，美国国家经济委员会主任哈塞特正在接受 CNBC 采访，其谈及美联储并表示，特朗普认为利率可以更低，特朗普说得很对，降息空间很大。认为可以再次实现 3% 的增长和 1% 的通胀。

Odaily星球日报讯 Canton Network 宣布特朗普家族加密项目 World Liberty Financial（WLFI）将在其网络上部署 USD1 稳定币，旨在扩大 USD1 在机构链上金融领域的覆盖范围，并加速其在全球受监管市场参与者中的应用，包括衍生品和机构贷款的抵押、即时跨境支付和全天候结算、链上资产发行、融资和赎回等。（PRNewswire）

PANews December 16 News, according to Jintiao reports, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent stated: It is speculated that the Supreme Court will make a ruling on tariffs in early January. There may also be one or two Federal Reserve interviews this week. President Trump has been very frank about policy-related issues during interviews. Wosh and Hasset are both "very, very qualified" (to serve as Federal Reserve Chair). U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent rebutted the view that Hasset is unable to serve at the Federal Reserve.

A survey by Bank of America shows that most investors expect Trump to nominate Kevin Hasset as the next Federal Reserve Chair, with 69% supporting this view. Jerome Powell's term will end in May.

Elon Musk begins funding the Republican Party for the 2026 midterm elections, indicating a closer relationship with Trump. He previously threatened to form a third-party political group, but has now returned to the Republican Party and plans to continue donating throughout the election cycle.

Latest reports indicate that since Donald Trump returned to the White House, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has significantly slowed its enforcement efforts in the cryptocurrency industry. According to The New York Times, the SEC has withdrawn, paused, or dismissed nearly 60% of cryptocurrency-related cases, a change that has garnered widespread attention within the industry. The report notes that while enforcement actions in traditional financial markets continue, since January this year, cryptocurrency companies have become the most affected group. Numerous investigations into crypto projects and trading platforms have been halted or canceled, indicating a shift in regulatory focus. Among the most notable cases are the longstanding lawsuits the SEC previously filed against Ripple Labs and major centralized exchanges (CEX). Both landmark cases have been substantially withdrawn. The New York Times also mentioned that the SEC is no longer actively pursuing any companies with known connections to Trump, sparking discussions about the motivation behind the regulatory changes.

Trump files a lawsuit over misleading editing in BBC documentary, demanding at least $10 billion in damages, accusing it of defamation and violating Florida trade law, claiming the editing distorted his statements before the attack on Congress.

BlockBeats News, December 16 — As Trump confidant pushes for Waller to become the next Federal Reserve Chair, the market’s betting odds on Waller becoming the new Fed Chair have surpassed Haskett, rising to the top. Deutsche Bank's Matthew Luzzetti team’s latest research report indicates that if Waller is elected Fed Chair, he may support interest rate cuts while simultaneously promoting balance sheet reduction (QT). However, the feasibility of pursuing both policies simultaneously depends on regulatory reforms that can reduce the banking system’s demand for reserves, and whether this can be achieved in the short term remains uncertain. As a popular successor to Powell, Waller earlier this year proposed the view that "inflation is a choice," believing that inflation is not caused by supply chains or geopolitical factors, but rather stems from the Fed’s own policy decisions. He called for the Fed and the Treasury to each be responsible for interest rates and fiscal accounts respectively, and emphasized that the Fed must reform and return to maintaining price stability as its core mission.

Trump is paying attention to the case of Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez, indicating that he will explore the possibility of a pardon and has instructed the Attorney General to investigate this request. Rodriguez was convicted of illegal money transfer for developing the wallet and faces a 5-year prison sentence.

Trump stated on December 15th that he had in-depth conversations with European leaders regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict and believed that a peace agreement is closer than ever. He emphasized the need to facilitate an agreement between Ukraine and Russia and noted that the talks are progressing smoothly with support from all parties.

Hasset was originally considered a strong candidate for Federal Reserve Chair, but his close relationship with Trump sparked opposition, reducing his chances from 80% to 51%. Meanwhile, Waller's chances rose to 44%. The market worries that Hasset's potential appointment could cause volatility and affect long-term yields. In response to criticism, Hasset reiterated the Federal Reserve's independence.

The Supreme Court will rule on the legality of Trump's tariffs, which could profoundly impact presidential powers. Lawyers predict the ruling will come in early 2026, while Polymarket data shows a 76% chance of overturning the tariffs. Analysts have explored various ruling scenarios, including a mixed ruling or a complete reversal.

After Trump's return to the White House, the SEC adopted a lenient approach to cryptocurrency cases, withdrawing most cases related to Trump, indicating an enforcement bias during Trump's second term. Cryptocurrency cases filed during Biden's term are significantly more numerous than during Trump's tenure, and the SEC made notable concessions on cases linked to Trump and his family.

This article summarizes cryptocurrency news as of December 15, 2025, focusing on the latest Bitcoin news, Ethereum upgrades, Dogecoin trends, real-time cryptocurrency prices, and price forecasts. Major Web3 events today include: 1. The UK Treasury drafts new regulations, with the cryptocurrency market to be regulated by the FCA, expected to take effect in 2027. 2. Eric Trump: Bitcoin has no "management," so there are no issues of corruption, fraud, or abuse. 3. The top three cryptocurrencies Cathie Wood is most optimistic about: BTC/ETH/SOL.

As President Trump publicly expressed support for Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh's campaigns to become the next Federal Reserve Chair, Hassett stepped forward to emphasize the Fed's independence in monetary policy. This statement came after the Fed's latest round of rate cuts and has drawn close attention from the prediction markets and the cryptocurrency market. According to CBS's "Facing the Nation," Hassett explicitly stated in an interview that the Federal Reserve's decisions will not be influenced by political pressure. He pointed out that the 12 voting members of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will make judgments based on data and logic, rather than the president's personal preferences. "The president's views only carry weight when supported by data," Hassett emphasized.

Odaily星球日报讯 Polymarket数据显示，Kevin Warsh被特朗普提名为美联储主席的概率上升至40%，三日前为13%。而Kevin Hassett被提名概率则由73%下降至52%。12月13日，特朗普表示，他在考虑新任美联储主席时已将选择缩小到“两个 Kevin”,即Kevin Warsh 与 Kevin Hassett，这意味着 Warsh 已进入最高优先考量名单。

The New York Times recently published an investigation report stating that U.S. President Donald Trump and his family may have benefited from multiple revoked or settled cryptocurrency regulatory cases, sparking widespread controversy over "power and money transactions." The report directly points out that some crypto companies established political or business connections with the Trump camp before and after their cases were dismissed. Data shows that since the Trump administration took office, about 33% of cryptocurrency-related enforcement cases have been dismissed, significantly higher than the average of about 4% in other industries. Among the 14 dismissed crypto investigations, more than half of the involved companies or individuals were found to have direct or indirect connections with the Trump administration.

Trump emphasized the billions of dollars in investments he secured for the United States during an interview in the Oval Office, believing this will transform the economy, but he is uncertain whether it can translate into a political advantage in next year's election. He acknowledged that voters' evaluations of his economic handling are becoming more negative and stated that he will lower prices and blame inflation on the Democratic Party.

Golden Finance reports that Trump states his US investment plan has not yet fully taken effect.

Trump narrows down the Fed chair candidate pool to Kevin Wash and Kevin Hasset, with Wash's chances of being elected rising to 39% and Hasset's dropping to 54%. Trump favors Wash, believing both support lower interest rates, which the market has already anticipated.

Odaily Planet Daily reports that negotiations in the U.S. Senate over the Cryptocurrency Market Structure Act have not yet resolved multiple disagreements, and substantial progress may be delayed until January next year. The legislative text has been privately circulated among industry insiders, and industry executives briefly reviewed the current draft at a White House meeting on Thursday, hosted by President Donald Trump's crypto advisor Patrick Witt. The negotiations involve four parties: Senate Democrats, Republicans, the White House, and the crypto industry, with four major disagreements still to be resolved. These disagreements include ethical standards for government officials' involvement in digital assets, especially regarding President Donald Trump’s participation, whether stablecoins should be tied to yields, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s jurisdiction over tokens and its authority to regulate decentralized finance (DeFi). Patrick

President Trump expressed a preference for choosing former Federal Reserve Board member Kevin Wash or National Economic Council Director Kevin Hasset as the Federal Reserve Chair, and revealed discussions with Wash, emphasizing the need to cut interest rates to reduce government debt financing costs.

Golden Finance reports that according to CCTV News, on December 12th local time, U.S. President Donald Trump stated on the social media platform "Truth Social" that he had phone conversations with Thai Prime Minister Prayut and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet in the morning, discussing the latest developments in the border conflict between the two countries. Trump said that the leaders of both nations have agreed to cease all hostilities starting from that evening and to revert to the original peace agreement previously reached under his involvement. Trump also thanked Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar for his assistance in facilitating the ceasefire.

US White House AI Advisor Sachs Defends Trump's Restrictions on State AI Regulation, Saying the Move Aims to Reduce Business Compliance Burden. He Believes a Unified Federal Regulatory Framework Is Needed to Support Small Businesses and Innovators.

The U.S. Supreme Court is about to rule on the legality of the comprehensive tariffs launched by Trump in April, which could impact the stock market. The S&P 500 index has already rebounded by 39%, hitting a record high. If the ruling declares the tariffs invalid, the earnings of component companies are expected to grow by 2.4% in 2026.

Odaily Planet Daily News: Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of Donald Trump, reposted and followed the collaboration between Aster and USD1 on the X platform. According to on-chain data, the on-chain trading volume of RAVE/USD1 exceeded $60 million within three hours of launch, and market activity continues to heat up.

Odaily Planet Daily News: The Federal Reserve signaled this week its openness to continue cutting interest rates in 2026, which was welcomed by investors. The market had previously prepared for the central bank to implement "hawkish rate cuts," i.e., lowering the benchmark federal funds rate, while also strongly indicating a reluctance to make further adjustments. The US stock market rose along with bonds, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing nearly 650 points (1.3%) on Thursday, reaching a new all-time high. Despite internal disagreements within the Fed and the release of complex signals on Wednesday, many still see signs that even a slight further softening of the labor market could prompt the central bank to cut rates again in the coming months. The Fed announced it will expand its balance sheet by purchasing short-term government bonds, an initiative aimed at easing recent pressures in the overnight lending market, which also reassured investors. Investors expect that the Fed will be very different next year, and Trump has already begun to target this week.

On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Department of Justice to challenge state laws in the field of artificial intelligence, especially those enacted independently in the absence of federal regulation. The order establishes an Artificial Intelligence Litigation Working Group, emphasizes federal priority, and may question state laws on the grounds of interstate trade protection, with Colorado’s “Algorithm Discrimination” bill becoming a key focus. In the order, Trump stated that a unified national standard is more conducive to innovation than 50 individual state approaches, claiming that excessive state regulation hampers the development of American AI companies. However, the order was immediately criticized by labor groups, technology policy organizations, and AI researchers, who argued that it sidesteps the potential risks of AI systems and favors the interests of large tech companies. The United Food and Commercial Workers Union pointed out that the order threatens state government rights and may undermine workers’ jobs and rights. AI expert Gary Marcus warned that the order could make Trump himself responsible for economic or social risks related to AI.

Gold Financial reports that U.S. President Trump has issued an executive order attempting to limit the influence of proxy advisory firms, as part of his efforts to weaken third-party organizations' ability to impact listed company decision-making. The executive order released on Thursday instructs the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman to review rules and regulations related to proxy advisory firms and consider amending or rescinding those that are inconsistent with the purpose of this order, including rules, regulations, guidance documents, notices, and memoranda, especially concerning "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)" and "Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)" policies. (Jin10)

Golden Finance reports that the Federal Reserve has reappointed 11 regional Fed presidents. Analysts believe that although it may seem insignificant in form, it could influence policy decisions over the next five years. If Trump influences the board, it could trigger greater controversy.

Golden Finance reports that according to CCTV News, on December 11th, local time, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 237 in favor and 140 against to shelve the impeachment motion against U.S. President Donald Trump proposed by Texas Congressman Al Green. All Republican members of Congress voted in support of this so-called "shelving motion," and although many Democratic members of the House privately believe Trump should not continue to serve as president or should be impeached, most of them are unwilling to push forward with this resolution.

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Powell for maintaining high interest rates in an interview, stating that rates should be lower to promote economic growth. He pointed out the GDP growth of 4% and predicted that during Trump's presidency, the economic growth rate could reach 6%.

Odaily Planet Daily reports that U.S. President Trump tweeted that the stock market has just hit a record high!!! When will fake polls show that I have performed well in the economy and achieved accomplishments in other areas??? (Jinshi)