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Senate Consideration of Federal Reserve Chair Nomination

Original title: EXECUTIVE CALENDAR (Executive Session)

May 13, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The confirmation of the Federal Reserve Chair determines the leadership of the nation's central bank, which sets monetary policy, interest rates, and banking regulations affecting the entire U.S. economy.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Kevin Warsh

He is the subject of the nomination process for the Federal Reserve Chair position.

U.S. Financial Markets

Market participants are affected by the leadership and policy direction of the Federal Reserve.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 13, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The U.S. Senate has entered an to consider the nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as the Chairman of the .

Why It Matters

Key Facts

The Senate is currently considering the nomination of Kevin Warsh for the position of Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
The proposed term for this position is four years.
The nomination is being processed under an executive session of the Senate.
Kevin Warsh is identified as being from the state of Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the role of the Federal Reserve Chair?

The Chair leads the , which oversees the nation's monetary policy and regulates the banking system.

What happens during an executive session in the Senate?

An is a specific type of Senate meeting used to consider nominations, treaties, or other matters that require the Senate's advice and consent.

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Federal Reserve Leadership Transition

The Senate is moving forward with the formal nomination process for a new Federal Reserve Chair.

Kevin Warsh Federal Reserve System

Connected Entities

organizationUnited States Senate“The legislative body conducting the executive session and nomination review.”Map →

organizationFederal Reserve System“The central banking system of the United States.”Map →

personKevin Warsh“Nominee for Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.”Map →

Sources

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