Austan Goolsbee to head Chicago Fed

Chicago Booth School of Business economist Austan Goolsbee will take over as head of the Chicago Fed According to the announcement made by the Chicago Fed, Chicago Booth School of Business economist Austan Goolsbee will replace President Charles Evans, who will retire in January due to age limits. Austan Goolsbee, who also served as a White House economic advisor during President Barack Obama's term, will begin his duties as Chicago Fed President on January 9, 2023. Goolsbee's term expires on February 28, 2026.