US News | Kevin Warsh Becomes Next US Fed Chief

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Published 5/22/2026, 7:00:22 PM · Updated 5/22/2026, 9:06:11 PMBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team

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  • US News | Kevin Warsh Becomes Next US Fed Chief Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chair Friday by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
  • In remarks before delivering the oath, President Donald Trump said he wants the new Fed chair to be "totally independent." “I really mean this.
  • This is not said in any other way,” Trump said.
  • “I want Kevin to be totally independent.
  • I want him to be independent and just do a great job” “Don't look at me, don't look at anybody.

Published May 22, 2026.


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