Senate Banking Committee advances Kevin Warsh nomination amid objections over Fed independence

Apr 29, 2026

The Senate Banking Committee voted 13–11 to report Kevin Warsh’s nomination to the full Senate as a member of the Federal Reserve Board and as chair after Democrats warned about threats to Fed independence and alleged undisclosed financial interests; Republicans praised his experience.

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The Senate Banking Committee voted 13–11 to report the nomination of Kevin Warsh to the full Senate as a member of the Board of Governors and to serve a four-year term as chair.

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