Senator Thom Tillis Ends Blockade of Kevin Warsh's Federal Reserve Nomination
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve Chair·January 30 – April 26, 2026
7 days ago
Senator Thom Tillis Ends Blockade of Kevin Warsh's Federal Reserve Nomination
Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) announced he is prepared to advance the nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as the next Federal Reserve Chair. Tillis previously blocked the process and vowed to keep the nomination on hold while criticizing President Trump's rhetoric. The Senator changed his position after the Department of Justice concluded a criminal investigation into current Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Tillis's shift clears the path for Warsh's confirmation after months of uncertainty. President Trump officially nominated Warsh in March to replace Powell. Financial markets had previously doubted a quick confirmation due to the legislative standoff between the White House and Senate Republicans.
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3 months ago
President Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve
President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to be the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve on social media. Warsh was a Federal Reserve Governor from 2006 to 2011. He was the youngest person ever to hold that position at age 35. If the Senate approves him, Warsh will take over for Jerome Powell. Powell's time as leader ends in May of 2026. Trump praised Warsh's experience at Morgan Stanley and his work as a White House adviser from 2002 to 2006. The president said Warsh is a great choice who knows a lot about finance and economics. This move is part of the president's plan to change the leadership at the central bank before the current term ends.
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