Trump’s Pick: Stephen Miran to Lead Economic Advisory

• Stephen Miran, nominated by Trump as CEA chair, advocates for crypto-driven economic innovation and policy reform.
• Miran’s appointment reflects Trump’s focus on integrating digital assets into U.S. economic strategies for future growth.

Donald Trump has named Stephen Miran as the new chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, signifying a significant shift toward economic policies that value innovation, particularly in the field of digital assets.

Miran offers a depth of knowledge in economic policy, having previously been a senior adviser at the Treasury Department during Trump’s first government. His experience consists of an adjunct fellowship at the Manhattan Institute, a degree in economics from Harvard University, and a senior strategist at Hudson Bay Capital Management.

I am beyond honored that President Trump has chosen me to lead his Council of Economic Advisers. I look forward to working to help implement the President's policy agenda to create a booming, noninflationary economy that brings prosperity to all Americans! pic.twitter.com/CROmzuk61v

— Stephen Miran (@SteveMiran) December 22, 2024

How Stephen Miran Plans to Reshape Economic Growth 

Emphasizing the need for a more dynamic approach to economic growth, Miran has been loud in his criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s monetary policy. He has also charged the Biden government with economic manipulation, therefore highlighting the extreme policy turnaround anticipated under Trump’s direction.

Miran, the head of the Council of Economic Advisers, is expected to push for measures encouraging not only traditional economic development but also innovative ideas. His openness to the function of digital assets could signal a major change in U.S. government interaction with blockchain technology and cryptocurrency.

This appointment fits Trump’s larger plan to establish a team of advisers highly focused on economic innovation and prosperity. Miran’s selection fits Trump’s idea of using digital resources and technologies to propel economic change.

Miran’s nomination will still need Senate approval, though, and this process could become more difficult considering the polarizing nature of economic policy debates in Washington. Still, his academic background and performance point to his being suited to negotiate these obstacles.

Earlier, CNF revealed that David Sacks, PayPal’s former COO, had also been named top policy adviser on artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency by Donald Trump. Sacks is assigned to guard internet speech and lead the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.