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Michael Friedman named U.S. Treasury chief of staff, succeeding Dan Katz.
The U.S. Treasury has appointed Michael Friedman as chief of staff under Secretary Scott Bessent, succeeding Dan Katz, who is leaving for a role at the International Monetary Fund.
Friedman, a New York City native with a Harvard Law degree and NYU Stern MBA, served as a special assistant for presidential personnel during Donald Trump’s administration, helping staff federal roles.
He also held leadership positions in supply chain tech and e-commerce startups.
The appointment signals a leadership shift as Bessent strengthens his team amid ongoing economic challenges.
Specific responsibilities and transition details were not disclosed.
Michael Friedman fue nombrado jefe de personal del Tesoro de EE.UU., sucediendo a Dan Katz.