Trump swears in Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, seeks rate cuts
Kevin Warsh has been sworn in as the new Federal Reserve chair by President Trump, marking the first such ceremony at the White House since 1987. His confirmation was notably narrow, with a 54-45 Senate vote, the tightest margin in history for this position. Warsh is expected to pursue a reform agenda and has expressed a favorable view towards cryptocurrencies.
- ▪Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Federal Reserve chair on May 22, 2026.
- ▪His confirmation by the Senate was the narrowest ever recorded for a Federal Reserve chair.
- ▪Warsh has indicated openness to rate cuts and a reform-oriented approach at the Fed.
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