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During the selection process, Mr. Trump said he would only choose someone who supported lower borrowing costs, although he vowed during the swearing-in ceremony that he would respect Mr. Warsh’s independence.
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Statement: Donald Trump said during the selection process he would only choose a Fed chair candidate who supported lower borrowing costs, and later vowed to respect Kevin Warsh's independence.
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News Article
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{
    "topic": "Federal Reserve Chairman selection",
    "person": "Donald Trump"
}
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Politics Government
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Created
September 18, 2026 at 4:05 AM (3 weeks ago)
Last Updated
September 18, 2026 at 4:05 AM (3 weeks ago)

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Fed Raises Rates in First Major Step by Warsh to Contain Inflation
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/16/business/economy/federal-reserve-interest-rates-warsh.html

The Federal Reserve, under Chairman Kevin M. Warsh, raised interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point, the first increase in over three years, to combat elevated inflation. This decision, supported by all 12 FOMC members, lifts rates to a new range of 3.75 to 4 percent.

Federal Reserve Interest Rates Inflation US Economy Monetary Policy Kevin Warsh Financial Markets

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