Elizabeth Warren Slams New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh As Trump's 'Sock Puppet'
The Senate narrowly confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair in a deeply divided 54-45 vote. The contentious appointment immediately drew fierce criticism from prominent economists and Democrats who fear the move severely threatens the central bank’s historical independence.
Progressive Backlash And Identity Crisis
Leading the opposition, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) blasted the incoming Chair’s motives and loyalties.
“Trump wants to control interest rates, and he nominated Kevin Warsh to be his sock puppet,” Warren stated. She argued the confirmation represents “another step in Trump’s attempt to take over the Fed,” concluding the move is “not good for working families—it’s good for Wall Street.”
Trump wants to control interest rates, and he nominated Kevin Warsh to
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