President Trump said on Monday he has spoken only once briefly with Federal Reserve Chair Warsh since Warsh took office, disputing reports of frequent communications. White House National Economic Council director Hassett last week said the two "often discuss economic issues," but other people familiar with the matter said calls have been irregular and infrequent. Reports said Trump contacted Warsh multiple times after Warsh's May confirmation to ask about the economic outlook; Trump reiterated

President Trump said on Monday he has spoken only once briefly with Federal Reserve Chair Warsh since Warsh took office, disputing reports of frequent communications. White House National Economic Council director Hassett last week said the two "often discuss economic issues," but other people familiar with the matter said calls have been irregular and infrequent. Reports said Trump contacted Warsh multiple times after Warsh's May confirmation to ask about the economic outlook; Trump reiterated his preference for lower interest rates, said he "100% supports" Warsh and stressed Fed policy is determined collectively by the Board.