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Why Kevin Warsh might still prove to be an independent Federal Reserve chair

Kevin Warsh is now likely to secure Senate approval on May 13, 2026, as the next Federal Reserve chair – and become arguably the most powerful central banker in the world. But when Warsh appeared before the Senate Banking Committee for his confirmation hearing in April, one punchy question underscored…

The Conversation

Warsh moves closer to Fed role with Senate cloture vote

The Senate moved a step closer to confirming Kevin Warsh, the nominee for chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, with a procedural vote Monday. The Senate voted 49-44 to invoke cloture on Warsh’s nomination to the Fed board. The chamber will later need to take a distinct vote on his…

Roll Call

US Senate Committee set to consider long-awaited crypto bill next week

US senators will consider the Clarity Act next week, a bill aiming to regulate cryptocurrency and end disputes between crypto firms and banks. The legislation would define digital assets and includes a compromise on stablecoin rewards, prohibiting interest on idle holdings while permitting rewards for payments.

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Kevin Warsh Clears Key Hurdle To Become The Next Fed Chair

The Senate Banking Committee approved on Wednesday Kevin Warsh's nomination to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, clearing a key hurdle for his confirmation.

International Business Times

April Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The April Fed meeting was Jerome Powell's last as chair of the central bank, but he's not leaving the central bank just yet.

Kiplinger

By Dropping Her Criminal Probe of Jerome Powell, Jeanine Pirro Confirms Its Political Motivation

Even Republican critics of the Federal Reserve chairman's performance rejected the notion that he had broken the law by lying about the renovation of the central bank's headquarters.

Reason

DOJ drops investigation into Fed’s Powell

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Friday that she is dropping her investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over the cost for renovations at the central bank, a move that could clear a path for the Senate to confirm Kevin Warsh as Powell’s replacement. “I have directed my office to…

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Stocks Fall as Iran Refuses to Attend Peace Talks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed down -0.63%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.59%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.42%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) fell -0.62%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Erase Early Gains as Crude Prices Jump on Iran Concerns

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.13%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.13%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.02%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.13%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Supported by Signs Iran Will Attend Peace Talks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.80%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.20%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.25%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Kevin Warsh Fed Chair Nomination: Live Updates and Commentary

The Senate will vote in May on whether to confirm Kevin Warsh as the next Fed chair.

Kiplinger

Hormuz Tension Snaps Nasdaq Win Streak: Stock Market Today

It's going to take more than exchanges of social media posts to establish a lasting peace in a historically volatile part of the world.

Kiplinger

Fed chair nominee Warsh to field questions about Fed independence

Republicans and Democrats on the Senate Banking Committee appear poised to question Kevin Warsh, the nominee to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve, on the central bank’s independence — but from different angles — during a hearing scheduled for Tuesday. Ranking member Elizabeth Warren is also expected to question…

Roll Call

It’s crunch time for Kevin Warsh: Here’s how he might try to begin selling the idea of rate cuts. It requires some complex economic gymnastics

“In a way, one can afford a lower interest rate with a smaller balance sheet.”

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Stocks Rally on a Push for Diplomacy to End US-Iran War

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up +1.18%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.66%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.81%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +1.18%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Rally on US-Iran Peace Hopes and Cooler PPI Growth

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.77%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.59%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.98%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.73%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Climb on US-Iran Peace Talk Optimism and a Favorable PPI Report

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.39%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.13%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.76%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.49%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Trump started a battle with Jerome Powell, but the Fed chairman is winning the war: He won't leave until probe is 'well and truly over'

"If my successor is not confirmed by the end of my term as chair, I would serve as chair until he is confirmed. That is what the law calls for."

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March Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The March Fed meeting marked the second central bank gathering of 2026, with Fed Chair Powell & Co. voting to keep interest rates unchanged.

Reason

Congress' Housing Bill Goes From Small Supply Booster to Housing Killer

The Senate's proposed inclusion of an effective ban on build-to-rent housing in a bipartisan housing bill could significantly shrink new home production.

Fortune

Landmark crypto bill clears Senate hurdle but Democrats withhold support over lack of 'gryfto' rules to prevent Trump family conflicts of interest

The blockchain industry has raised millions in fresh funding to advance its political agenda in Washington, D.C.

Fortune

Why Coinbase split with a16z and the crypto sector on a key bill—and what’s next for the Clarity Act

CEO Brian Armstrong’s move to pull support for a Clarity Act draft risks alienating key political allies.

Fortune

Landmark crypto bill on knife’s edge as Coinbase CEO pulls support ahead of key Senate vote

The proposed legislation has triggered a fight with the banking lobby over stablecoin yields and Democrats over White House conflicts of interest.

The Independent UK

Republicans slam Powell probe as ‘coercion’ as Trump tries strong-arming central bank

GOP pushback could imperil Trump’s efforts to remake the central bank’s board in his own image

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GOP lawmakers ding Powell probe as coercion, distraction

Some Republican lawmakers on Monday criticized the Justice Department’s investigation of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.

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