Senate Panel Advances Kevin Warsh's Nomination After DOJ Ends Powell Probe

Senate Panel Advances Kevin Warsh's Nomination After DOJ Ends Powell Probe

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The U. S. Department of Justice concluded its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, removing a significant obstacle to the confirmation of his successor. This development potentially facilitated the Senate confirmation process for Kevin Warsh to become the next Federal Reserve Chair.

Following this, Senator Thom Tillis lifted his opposition to Warsh's nomination, signaling increased support. Subsequently, the Senate Banking Committee approved Kevin Warsh's nomination to succeed Jerome Powell, advancing the process to a full Senate vote. This progression marks a key step toward Warsh's potential appointment as Federal Reserve Chair, pending final Senate approval.

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April 29, 2026
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Senate Panel Advances Kevin Warsh's Nomination for Federal Reserve Chair
Senate Panel Advances Kevin Warsh's Nomination for Federal Reserve Chair

The New York Times • 29 Apr 16:27

The Senate Banking Committee has approved Kevin Warsh's nomination to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, moving the process to a full Senate vote.

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Senate Committee Advances Kevin Warsh's Nomination for Federal Reserve Chair
Senate Committee Advances Kevin Warsh's Nomination for Federal Reserve Chair

CNBC • 29 Apr 13:50

The Senate Banking Committee has approved Kevin Warsh's nomination to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, moving the process to a full Senate vote.

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April 27, 2026
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Senator Tillis Supports Warsh's Fed Chair Nomination Following DOJ's Conclusion of Powell Investigation
Senator Tillis Supports Warsh's Fed Chair Nomination Following DOJ's Conclusion of Powell Investigation

Fox Business • 27 Apr 17:15

Senator Thom Tillis has announced his support for Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve Chair after the Department of Justice ended its investigation into current Chair Jerome Powell.

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April 26, 2026
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Senator Tillis Supports Warsh's Nomination for Federal Reserve Chair
Senator Tillis Supports Warsh's Nomination for Federal Reserve Chair

WRAL • 26 Apr 17:29

Senator Thom Tillis has announced his support for Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve Chair following the conclusion of the DOJ's investigation into current Chair Jerome Powell.

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Senator Tillis Ends Blockade, Paving Way for Warsh's Fed Confirmation
Senator Tillis Ends Blockade, Paving Way for Warsh's Fed Confirmation

NBC News • 26 Apr 13:52

Senator Thom Tillis has lifted his opposition to Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve Chair following the Justice Department's decision to drop its investigation into current Chair Jerome Powell.

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April 25, 2026
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DOJ Ends Powell Investigation, Paving Way for Warsh's Fed Confirmation
DOJ Ends Powell Investigation, Paving Way for Warsh's Fed Confirmation

Common Dreams • 25 Apr 10:02

The Justice Department has concluded its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially facilitating the confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his successor.

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April 24, 2026
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Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Powell, Paving Way for Warsh Confirmation
Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Powell, Paving Way for Warsh Confirmation

Yahoo • 24 Apr 17:16

The U.S. Justice Department has concluded its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially facilitating the Senate confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his successor.

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Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Powell, Paving Way for Warsh Confirmation
Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Powell, Paving Way for Warsh Confirmation

AP News • 24 Apr 16:30

The U.S. Justice Department has concluded its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, removing a significant obstacle to the Senate confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his successor.

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Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

NPR • 24 Apr 15:02

The U.S. Justice Department has concluded its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially facilitating the confirmation of his successor, Kevin Warsh.

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DOJ Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Powell, Paving Way for Warsh Confirmation
DOJ Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Powell, Paving Way for Warsh Confirmation

CNBC • 24 Apr 14:17

The Department of Justice has concluded its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially facilitating the Senate confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his successor.

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Justice Department Ends Investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell
Justice Department Ends Investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell

NBC News • 24 Apr 14:16

The U.S. Justice Department has concluded its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially facilitating the confirmation of his successor, Kevin Warsh.

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