Warren calls on Federal Reserve nominee to explain Epstein links

The Hill
by Max Rego
March 19, 2026
3 min read

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Senator Warren asked Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh to clarify his connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, the top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, has demanded that Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to chair the Federal Reserve, explain his connections to Jeffrey Epstein following the release of DOJ emails referencing their interactions. Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor, is undergoing Senate confirmation review for the central bank's leadership position. Warren's inquiry signals potential Democratic opposition to his nomination based on the Epstein emails, which were disclosed through a DOJ document release. The challenge comes as Warsh faces Senate scrutiny over his background and qualifications ahead of a likely confirmation hearing. Warsh's response to Warren's letter will likely shape the confirmation debate among Banking Committee members.

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Senator Warren sent a letter to Kevin Warsh asking him to clarify his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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