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Apr 28, 2026 The Senate Banking Committee scheduled and then advanced Kevin Warsh's nomination for Federal Reserve chair Tier 1 · Primary Institutions and Governance
The committee's action moved a politically contested nominee toward control of an independent economic institution central to democratic governance.
Independently corroborated by4 independent news desks
The Washington Post · CNBC · The Hill · PBS
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Supporting reports
- Senate Banking Committee to vote on Federal Reserve nominee — The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to vote on April 29 on Kevin Warsh's nomination to chair the Federal Reserve.
- Senate Committee Advances Kevin Warsh's Nomination for Fed Chair — On April 29, 2026, the Senate banking committee voted 13 to 11 along party lines to advance Kevin Warsh's nomination to become the chairman of the Federal Reserve, succeeding Jerome Powell.
Verified: Tier 1 primary record
Week 67 – 2026-04-25–2026-05-01
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Apr 25, 2026 The U.S. Attorney's Office closed its criminal investigation into Jerome Powell Tier 1 · Primary Institutions and Governance
Ending the probe reduced immediate pressure on the Federal Reserve and highlighted how criminal investigations can affect the independence of key institutions.
Independently corroborated by5 independent news desks
Associated Press · NBC News · ABC News · BBC · The Hill
Supporting reportingSurfacings — do not carry alone
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- Investigation into Jerome Powell Ends — The US Attorney's Office has closed its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, clearing the way for Kevin Warsh's confirmation.
Verified: Tier 1 primary record
Week 67 – 2026-04-25–2026-05-01
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