Today (January 30, 2026) is the day the search finally ended. President Donald Trump has officially nominated Kevin Warsh to be the next Chair of the Federal Reserve. 🏦🇺🇸
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The New Captain: Kevin Warsh Tapped for Fed Chair 🚢
The white smoke has finally cleared over Washington. President Trump has nominated former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell when his term expires in May 2026.
Why Warsh?
"Central Casting": Trump described him as the perfect fit for the role, citing his deep Wall Street roots (Morgan Stanley) and previous Fed experience during the 2008 crisis.
The Pivot: Formerly known as an "inflation hawk," Warsh has recently signaled alignment with the administration's push for lower interest rates and a smaller Fed balance sheet.
The Competition: He beat out other finalists including Kevin Hassett, Christopher Waller, and BlackRock's Rick Rieder.
The Market Reaction: 📊
Wall Street is already moving. We’re seeing a stronger US Dollar and a dip in Gold as traders price in a Fed that might be more closely coordinated with White House fiscal policy.
What’s Next? ⚖️
The nomination now heads to the Senate. While Republicans hold the majority, the confirmation process may be intense as lawmakers weigh the future of the Federal Reserve's independence.
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