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Trump's Fed Pick Warsh Grilled on Independence, Policy at Hearing

Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve chair, faced intense questioning during his Senate confirmation hearing regarding his independence from the administration and his proposed 'regime change' in Fed policies. He denied being a 'sock puppet' for Trump while sidestepping questions about the president's influence on rate policy.

21 Apr, 04:01 — 21 Apr, 20:10
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ReutersVery High4h ago

QUOTE BOX--Investor reactions to Senate hearing for Fed chair candidate Kevin Warsh - Reuters

QUOTE BOX--Investor reactions to Senate hearing for Fed chair candidate Kevin Warsh  Reuters

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APVery High17h ago

Trump’s Federal Reserve nominee is set to face a tough hearing before Senate panel - AP News

Trump’s Federal Reserve nominee is set to face a tough hearing before Senate panel  AP News

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BBCHigh3h ago

From Epstein to sock puppets: Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing

Kevin Warsh denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and said he wanted regime change at the central bank.

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NYTMostly Factual2h ago

Fed Pick Faces Skepticism Over Claim of Independence From Trump

Kevin Warsh’s nomination to lead the Federal Reserve could still be delayed by a Justice Department investigation into the current chair, Jerome H. Powell.

By Colby Smith

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bloombergHigh4h ago

Here Are the Key Takeaways From Kevin Warsh’s Fed Confirmation Hearing - Bloomberg.com

Here Are the Key Takeaways From Kevin Warsh’s Fed Confirmation Hearing  Bloomberg.com

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FTVery High2h ago

Warsh sidesteps questions over Trump’s influence on Fed rate policy

Nominee to head US central bank grilled by senators over president’s public calls for cuts

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wapoMostly Factual3h ago

DOJ’s vast conspiracy investigation into Trump foes picks up steam

In recent days, the Justice Department has summoned former intelligence officials under Barack Obama for interviews and made major shake-ups in its prosecutorial team.

By Perry Stein

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The GuardianMostly Factual4h ago

Trump’s nominee for Fed chair faces tough questions in Senate hearing

Kevin Warsh said he would maintain his independence – but wouldn’t say Trump lost 2020 presidential election US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump’s nominee for US Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, faced a tumultuous hearing in Washington on Tuesday, fielding scrutiny over his wealth and his ability to operate independently of the president who appointed him. Should he be confirmed, Warsh will hold one of the most powerful roles in the US federal government, with massive influenc...

By Lauren Aratani in New York

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NPRHigh1h ago

Trump's pick to lead the Fed says he'd like to see 'regime change' in its policies

President Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve went before a Senate committee today — but Kevin Warsh's confirmation could be held up by forces that are outside his control.

By Scott Horsley

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual1h ago

Trump’s US Fed nominee Warsh vows independence, says he’s no ‘sock puppet’

Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing shines spotlight on doubts over his independence as Trump pushes again for rate cuts.

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CNNMostly Factual4h ago

Warren asks Trump's Fed chair nominee who won 2020 election - CNN

Warren asks Trump's Fed chair nominee who won 2020 election  CNN

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Fox NewsMixed10h ago

Warsh's $226-million fortune under scrutiny as Fed nominee faces Senate confirmation

Kevin Warsh heads into his Senate confirmation hearing as Fed chair nominee with questions swirling around his $135M to $226M in disclosed assets.

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cnbcMostly Factual1h ago

How Warsh can give Trump rate cuts, keep Fed independent, and make the market happy

The confirmation hearing for President Trump's nominee to be the next Fed chairman once again sparked heated debate.

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SCMPMostly Factual3h ago

Kevin Warsh, Trump’s pick for Fed chief, calls for ‘regime change’ at US central bank

Federal Reserve chief nominee Kevin Warsh ⁠called for “regime change” at the US central bank, including a new approach for controlling inflation and a communications ⁠overhaul that may discourage his colleagues from saying too much about the direction of monetary policy. Warsh’s comments during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Banking Committee left key questions about his nomination unresolved. Republican Senator Thom Tillis used his full time to explain why he would not vote for t...

By Reuters

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globe-and-mailHigh10h ago

U.S. Fed chair nominee vows independence in Senate hearing as Trump renews rate-cut demands - The Globe and Mail

U.S. Fed chair nominee vows independence in Senate hearing as Trump renews rate-cut demands  The Globe and Mail

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Business InsiderMostly Factual2h ago

AI, sock puppets, and the richest Fed chair in history: 3 takeaways from Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearings

Kevin Warsh is President Donald Trump's nominee for Fed Chair. Bloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty Images Kevin Warsh has been nominated to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair. Senators pushed Warsh to keep the FOMC independent alongside political pressure. He spoke about his outlook on monetary policy and financial disclosures. Kevin Warsh can't change his LinkedIn job title just yet. The former Wall Street executive joined the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Development on Tuesda...

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The IndependentMostly Factual7h ago

Trump administration latest: Fed nominee Kevin Warsh faces Senate grilling as president looks to oust Jerome Powell

President’s nominee to replace Powell as Fed chair faces key hurdles and tough questions from Senate Banking Committee

By Alex Woodward

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forbes7h ago

Trump Says He’ll Be Disappointed If Warsh Doesn’t Cut Rates Right Away—Ahead Of His Fed Chair Pick’s Hearing - Forbes

Trump Says He’ll Be Disappointed If Warsh Doesn’t Cut Rates Right Away—Ahead Of His Fed Chair Pick’s Hearing  Forbes

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YahooMostly Factual4h ago

QUOTE BOX--Investor reactions to Senate hearing for Fed chair candidate Kevin Warsh

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual15h ago

Gold price prediction today: Where are rates headed amid Gulf conflict? Check outlook

Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are likely to take cues from the US Federal Reserve stance on rate cuts in the near future, says Praveen Singh, Head Currencies and Commodities, Mirae Asset ShareKhan.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual5h ago

Kevin Warsh net worth: Fed chair nominee faces first major test, ditches question about $100mn in mysterious wealth

Kevin Warsh, former Federal Reserve governor, faces scrutiny in Senate hearings regarding his financial disclosures and views on monetary policy.

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straits-timesMostly Factual6h ago

Fed chief nominee Warsh vows to keep monetary policy independent of politics - The Straits Times

Fed chief nominee Warsh vows to keep monetary policy independent of politics  The Straits Times

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual4h ago

Fed nominee Warsh spars with Democratic senators over asset divestment plan

Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh said he would sell “virtually all” his assets within 90 days, as he was questioned by Democratic senators at a Senate hearing.

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seeking-alphaMixed1h ago

Warsh confirmation expected despite questions on holdings, Fed Independence

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zerohedgeLow6h ago

Oil Spikes, Stocks Suddenly Dump During Warsh Hearing

Oil Spikes, Stocks Suddenly Dump During Warsh Hearing It's unclear what exactly is driving but the markets are reverting back to old habits this morning with oil spiking... ...dragging Treasury yields higher... Stocks are tanking... And so is gold... There were no obvious geopolitical headline catalysts for the move - though uncertainty remains high about the next 24-48 hours in the Middle East. Some have suggested the following comment from Fed Chair nominee Kevin W...

By Tyler Durden

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AP21 Apr, 04:01First to report

Trump’s Federal Reserve nominee is set to face a tough hearing before Senate panel - AP News

2h later
Times of India21 Apr, 05:39

Gold price prediction today: Where are rates headed amid Gulf conflict? Check outlook

5h later
Fox News21 Apr, 11:00

Warsh's $226-million fortune under scrutiny as Fed nominee faces Senate confirmation

globe-and-mail21 Apr, 11:15

U.S. Fed chair nominee vows independence in Senate hearing as Trump renews rate-cut demands - The Globe and Mail

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il-sole-24-ore21 Apr, 13:06

Trump: sarei deluso se il nuovo presidente della Fed non tagliasse i tassi

forbes21 Apr, 13:22

Trump Says He’ll Be Disappointed If Warsh Doesn’t Cut Rates Right Away—Ahead Of His Fed Chair Pick’s Hearing - Forbes

The Independent21 Apr, 13:48

Trump administration latest: Fed nominee Kevin Warsh faces Senate grilling as president looks to oust Jerome Powell

nzz21 Apr, 14:08

Trump will ihn an der Spitze des Fed: Was sagt Kevin Warsh vor dem Senat?

straits-times21 Apr, 14:40

Fed chief nominee Warsh vows to keep monetary policy independent of politics - The Straits Times

la-repubblica21 Apr, 14:53

Mark Ruffalo: “C’è speranza contro Trump, la gente scende in piazza ma servono leader dem più forti”

zerohedge21 Apr, 15:09

Oil Spikes, Stocks Suddenly Dump During Warsh Hearing

hindustan-times21 Apr, 15:25

Kevin Warsh net worth: Fed chair nominee faces first major test, ditches question about $100mn in mysterious wealth

NHK World21 Apr, 15:38

米FRB議長候補 ケビン・ウォーシュ氏「独立性は不可欠」

svenska-dagbladet21 Apr, 15:54

I dag tar han ett steg närmare Fed – eller inte

vg21 Apr, 16:29

Hardt oppgjør om Fed-kandidat: – Invitasjon til korrupsjon

el-mundo21 Apr, 16:37

El Senado estadounidense cuestiona la "independencia y el coraje" del candidato de Trump a presidir la Reserva Federal

The Guardian21 Apr, 16:47

Trump’s nominee for Fed chair faces tough questions in Senate hearing

channel-news-asia21 Apr, 16:52

Fed nominee Warsh spars with Democratic senators over asset divestment plan

bloomberg21 Apr, 16:52

Here Are the Key Takeaways From Kevin Warsh’s Fed Confirmation Hearing - Bloomberg.com

Yahoo21 Apr, 17:10

QUOTE BOX--Investor reactions to Senate hearing for Fed chair candidate Kevin Warsh

Reuters21 Apr, 17:11

QUOTE BOX--Investor reactions to Senate hearing for Fed chair candidate Kevin Warsh - Reuters

CNN21 Apr, 17:13

Warren asks Trump's Fed chair nominee who won 2020 election - CNN

SCMP21 Apr, 17:46

Kevin Warsh, Trump’s pick for Fed chief, calls for ‘regime change’ at US central bank

BBC21 Apr, 18:07

From Epstein to sock puppets: Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing

wapo21 Apr, 18:11

DOJ’s vast conspiracy investigation into Trump foes picks up steam

orf21 Apr, 18:23

Trumps Fed-Kandidat Warsh vor Senatsausschuss

naftemporiki21 Apr, 18:24

Η απλή ερώτηση της Ελίζαμπεθ Γουόρεν στην οποία δεν μπόρεσε να απαντήσει ο εκλεκτός του Τραμπ για τη Fed, Κέβιν Γουόρς

NYT21 Apr, 18:42

Fed Pick Faces Skepticism Over Claim of Independence From Trump

tvn2421 Apr, 18:55

Nominat Trumpa pod ostrzałem w Senacie. "Absolutnie nie będę pacynką"

FT21 Apr, 19:13

Warsh sidesteps questions over Trump’s influence on Fed rate policy

Business Insider21 Apr, 19:15

AI, sock puppets, and the richest Fed chair in history: 3 takeaways from Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearings

cnbc21 Apr, 19:38

How Warsh can give Trump rate cuts, keep Fed independent, and make the market happy

de-volkskrant21 Apr, 19:39

Beoogde nieuwe Fed-baas Warsh zegt voor de Senaatscommissie geen ‘marionet’ van Trump te zijn

seeking-alpha21 Apr, 19:43

Warsh confirmation expected despite questions on holdings, Fed Independence

Al Jazeera21 Apr, 20:05

Trump’s US Fed nominee Warsh vows independence, says he’s no ‘sock puppet’

NPR21 Apr, 20:10Latest update

Trump's pick to lead the Fed says he'd like to see 'regime change' in its policies