WASHINGTON D.C January 30, 2026 – Senator Elizabeth Warren, the Democratic U.S. Senator from Massachusetts, has strongly criticized President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve.
In a video message posted on X (formerly Twitter) on January 30, 2026, Warren outlined her concerns about the pick, framing it as part of a broader effort by Trump to exert political control over the independent central bank.
The video shows Warren speaking directly to the camera while wearing a purple coat over a black top, with a gold-colored pin on her lapel and her characteristic clear-framed glasses. On-screen text labels her as “President” in one frame (likely a typo or ironic overlay in reposts, as she is a Senator).
In the post accompanying the video, Warren wrote: “President Trump just nominated Kevin Warsh to be the next Chair of the Federal Reserve. Here’s what you need to know.”
Warren argues that the nomination fits into a pattern of actions aimed at undermining the Fed’s independence, including:
– Attempts to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook
– Placing a Trump advisor on the Fed Board
– A Department of Justice investigation into outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell
She describes Kevin Warsh as the son-in-law of a major Trump donor and criticizes his record during the 2008 financial crisis, claiming he advocated for policies favoring Wall Street interests.
According to Warren, confirming Warsh would turn the Federal Reserve into “a political weapon,” potentially leading to higher inflation, favoritism toward certain industries or donors, and weakened economic oversight.
She urged the U.S. Senate to block the nomination until Trump halts what she called “attacks” on the Federal Reserve’s autonomy.
The post quickly drew significant engagement, with thousands of views, likes, reposts, and replies within hours. Reactions were polarized: some supporters echoed Warren’s warnings about risks to monetary policy independence, while critics accused her of partisan opposition and dismissed her concerns, with several replies highlighting her age or past controversies.
This development comes amid ongoing debates over the future direction of U.S. monetary policy following the 2024 election and Trump’s return to the presidency. Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor (2006–2011), has been discussed in financial circles as a potential candidate aligned with more deregulatory views.
No official response from the White House or Warsh was immediately available in connection with Warren’s video statement. The Senate confirmation process for the Fed Chair position is expected to draw intense scrutiny from both parties.
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