Federal Reserve swears in Kevin Warsh as chair amid rising inflation and crypto uncertainty
Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the 17th chair of the Federal Reserve on May 22, 2026, during a ceremony at the White House. He succeeds Jerome Powell and faces significant challenges, including rising inflation and economic uncertainty. Warsh has a background in the Fed and has pledged to lead with a focus on reform, independence, and transparency.
- ▪Kevin Warsh was confirmed by the Senate with a 54-45 party-line vote on May 13, 2026.
- ▪He inherits a challenging economic environment marked by rising inflation and consumer sentiment at record lows.
- ▪Warsh has significant investments in digital assets and has pledged to divest from these holdings.
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