February 13, 2026

Senate urged to advance hearings for Trump’s Fed nominee Kevin Warsh amid DOJ investigation blockade

Senate urged to advance hearings for Trump's Fed nominee Kevin Warsh amid DOJ investigation blockade

In a move highlighting the contentious nature of current Senate proceedings, Bessent has urged the Senate to proceed with hearings for Trump’s Federal Reserve nominee, Kevin Warsh, despite Senator Tillis’s decision to block all nominations until the Department of Justice concludes its investigation into Powell. This situation reflects a broader trend where Republican senators have been using procedural holds to push for resolutions on federal investigations before allowing confirmations to advance. Meanwhile, the Trump administration’s nomination strategy aligns with recent efforts to influence the Federal Reserve’s direction through appointments of individuals with Wall Street experience, such as Warsh, to promote pro-growth economic policies.

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