WATCH LIVE: Kevin Warsh testifies in Senate Banking confirmation hearing for Fed chair
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Kevin Warsh is testifying in his confirmation hearing for Federal Reserve chair.
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Kevin Warsh is testifying in a Senate Banking confirmation hearing for Federal Reserve chair. Warsh is a former top official at the Fed and a wealthy investor, and he is expected to face challenging questions during the hearing. This hearing is a critical step in the process of confirming the next leader of the nation's central bank. The individual confirmed to this role will significantly influence U.S. monetary policy and economic stability.
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