Trump's Fed Nominee Warsh Files Disclosure Ahead of Confirmation

The former Fed governor is one step closer to leading the central bank.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:06pm

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Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor, has filed his financial disclosure as part of the process to be confirmed as the next chair of the Federal Reserve. Warsh was nominated by President Donald Trump to lead the central bank.

Why it matters

Warsh's nomination to lead the Fed is a key economic policy decision by the Trump administration. The Federal Reserve chair plays a critical role in setting monetary policy and overseeing the nation's financial system.

The details

In his financial disclosure, Warsh indicated he would divest certain assets if confirmed as Fed chair. This is a standard part of the confirmation process to avoid potential conflicts of interest. Warsh previously served on the Fed's board of governors from 2006 to 2011.

  • Warsh was nominated by President Trump in March 2026 to lead the Federal Reserve.
  • Warsh filed his financial disclosure on April 14, 2026 as part of the confirmation process.

The players

Kevin Warsh

A former Federal Reserve governor who was nominated by President Trump to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve.

Donald Trump

The President of the United States who nominated Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve.

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What they’re saying

“I will divest this asset if confirmed.”

— Kevin Warsh, Federal Reserve Nominee

What’s next

The Senate Banking Committee will now review Warsh's financial disclosure and hold a confirmation hearing before voting on whether to send his nomination to the full Senate for approval.

The takeaway

Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve is a key economic policy decision by the Trump administration that will shape the future of U.S. monetary policy. The confirmation process will closely examine Warsh's background and potential conflicts of interest.