Kevin Warsh, a central-bank insider-turned-critic, is Trump’s choice to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:20 PM

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Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as the head of the Federal Reserve, following a month-long search for a successor amid criticism of Powell's leadership.

Warsh's confirmation by the Senate is expected to be challenging.

Story Timeline: Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve

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Kevin Warsh, a central-bank insider-turned-critic, is Trump’s choice to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair

Story Timeline: Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve

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Kevin Warsh, a central-bank insider-turned-critic, is Trump’s choice to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair

Story Timeline: Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh to Lead Federal Reserve

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