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Trump's Fed Nominee Sparks Independence Concerns Ahead of Vote

9/15/2025

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Stephen Miran, nominated by President Trump for the Federal Reserve, passed a Senate procedural vote on September 4, 2025.
A final confirmation vote is anticipated later today, coinciding with the Fed's interest rate meeting.
Miran intends to keep his White House position, raising concerns about the Fed's independence.
Critics, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, argue this dual role threatens the Fed's autonomy.
Miran will fill the seat of former Governor Adriana Kugler until January 31.

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Stephen Miran, nominated by President Trump for the Federal Reserve, passed a Senate procedural vote on September 4, 2025.
A final confirmation vote is anticipated later today, coinciding with the Fed's interest rate meeting.
Miran intends to keep his White House position, raising concerns about the Fed's independence.
Critics, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, argue this dual role threatens the Fed's autonomy.
Miran will fill the seat of former Governor Adriana Kugler until January 31.