Christopher Phelan

At a glance

Christopher Phelan described a career in economics research and teaching in his June 2026 Senate testimony. His statement connects work at universities and the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis with the analytical responsibilities of his proposed Council of Economic Advisers position.

Summary sources: [1]

Career and documented accomplishments

• In his testimony, Phelan listed research and teaching work at the University of Wisconsin, Northwestern University, the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis and the University of Minnesota. [1]
• He described undergraduate study at Duke University and graduate study at the University of Chicago. [1]

Role and nomination context

• Phelan presented the proposed role as providing economic facts and analysis to inform decisions and communicating across executive agencies and Congress. These were his stated intentions, rather than completed outcomes. [1]

Sources and review date

Career and role sources reviewed Oct 14, 2026. These sources may describe developments beyond the nomination snapshot; each nomination entry retains its recorded date and outcome.

1. Opening statement of Christopher Phelan, June 25, 2026

   United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Reviewed Oct 14, 2026.