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Fed Chairman Warsh Speaks on Administration Interactions

Updated 2026-07-15 17:40 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh defended his independence while acknowledging frequent meetings with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outside regular weekly sessions. Senate Democrats are concerned about potential White House influence.

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CNBC

Fed Chairman Warsh says he meets 'often' with Trump administration, defends independence

Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that he speaks with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent frequently outside their regular weekly meetings.

2026-07-15 17:16 UTC

MarketWatch

Warsh won’t say if he’s spoken with Trump since taking the Fed’s helm

Senate Democrats are uneasy about White House influence at central bank.

2026-07-15 17:27 UTC