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Trump names Kevin Warsh, former Federal Reserve official, as next Fed chair to replace Powell

Trump names Kevin Warsh, former Federal Reserve official, as next Fed chair to replace Powell

Summary

President Donald Trump announced that he will nominate Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve official, to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve. Warsh will replace current chair Jerome Powell when Powell's term ends in May.

Key Facts

  • President Trump plans to nominate Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair.
  • Jerome Powell currently holds the position but will leave in May when his term ends.
  • Trump appointed Powell as Fed chair in 2017.
  • Trump has criticized Powell for not reducing interest rates quickly.
  • Trump shared his decision on the Truth Social platform.
  • Trump described Warsh as someone who fits the role well and is reliable.

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