Kevin Walsh Confirmed As Federal Reserve Chair
The Senate narrowly confirmed Kevin Walsh as the new chair of the Federal Reserve. The vote was 54 to 45, marking the slimmest margin for such a confirmation. This concludes a months-long search for the position. He previously served on the board as its youngest member at age 35. Walsh returns to lead the institution.
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Bloomberg Radio
“Today, the Senate narrowly confirmed Kevin Wars h as chair of the Federal Reserve . The 54 to 5 vote was the slimmest”
C-SPAN Radio
“in a new era at the central bank under President Donald Trump 's nominee. Senate confirmed Walsh 54 to 45, concluding a months-long search that”
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