Donald Trump has finally got what he wanted, with Kevin Warsh taking over as head of the Federal Reserve. But the president’s actions will make it difficult for his hand-picked choice to deliver on his promise.

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Despite President Donald Trump's demands for lower interest rates, markets are betting the Fed will stay on hold through most, if not all, of 2026.

President Donald Trump has overseen the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair. Trump said Friday that he'd like Kevin Warsh’s help in stimulating the economy…

Kevin Warsh has taken the oath as the new US Federal Reserve chair. President Donald Trump stated his desire for Warsh to be fully independent. Trump urged the new chair to focus…

President Donald Trump has overseen the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair. Trump said Friday that he'd like Kevin Warsh’s help in stimulating the economy…

Mr Warsh replaces Mr Jerome Powell, who has said he will remain on the Federal Reserve board. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestylePresident Donald Trump on Friday oversaw the…

With Kevin Warsh taking the helm at the US Federal Reserve this month, succeeding chairman Jerome Powell, all eyes are on the policies of the hand-picked candidate of President…

Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chair on May 22, 2026, after a 54-45 Senate confirmation. Trump says Warsh will restore confidence and keep the Fed independent.

Kevin Warsh is a Harvard-educated lawyer and former investment banker who has served on the Federal Reserve’s board before. But with higher inflation, rising consumer anxiety and…

Kevin Warsh has officially assumed the role of US Federal Reserve chair, with President Trump emphasizing his independence and urging a focus on economic growth.

Donald Trump has finally got what he wanted, with Kevin Warsh taking over as head of the Federal Reserve. But the president’s actions will make it difficult for his hand-picked…