Trump's Treasury Secretary Search Narrows as Paulson Exits
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Investor John Paulson has withdrawn from consideration as a potential Treasury Secretary nominee for President-elect Donald Trump, citing complex financial obligations. Despite stepping back from an official role, Paulson, known for his successful bet against the subprime mortgage market in 2007, plans to remain involved with Trump's economic team. Paulson had previously predicted a stock market crash if Kamala Harris won the presidential election.
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