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Senate Democrats Question Warsh's Fed Nomination Over Assets

4/22/2026

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Senate Democrats raise concerns about Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve chair due to assets and unclear divestiture plans.
They say it remains unclear whether Warsh has interests in institutions he would regulate.
Democrats note Warsh's assets are valued between $131 million and $209 million and link to Stanley Druckenmiller.
They call for a delay in the April 21, 2026 confirmation hearing until investigations into Federal Reserve officials are resolved.

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Senate Democrats raise concerns about Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve chair due to assets and unclear divestiture plans.
They say it remains unclear whether Warsh has interests in institutions he would regulate.
Democrats note Warsh's assets are valued between $131 million and $209 million and link to Stanley Druckenmiller.
They call for a delay in the April 21, 2026 confirmation hearing until investigations into Federal Reserve officials are resolved.