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Political Shifts in Washington

Updated 2026-05-13 22:30 UTC 1 source Neutral

The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chairman, replacing Jerome Powell. Meanwhile, Rand Paul's son apologized for making antisemitic remarks at a Capitol Hill bar.

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The Hill
Sen. Rand Paul’s (R-Ky.) son apologized on Wednesday after he reportedly slung antisemitic attacks at Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) at a bar in the Washington, D.C., neighborhood of Capitol Hill. “Last night, I had too much to drink and said some things that don’t represent who I really am,” William Pau
2026-05-13 21:59 UTC
The Hill
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story Kevin Warsh confirmed as Federal Reserve chair The Senate on Wednesday voted to confirm Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as the next chairman of the Federal Re
2026-05-13 22:17 UTC
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