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Warsh Takes Hot Seat as Fed Faces Political Pressure Over Independence

Kevin Warsh faced Senate scrutiny Tuesday as Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve, with lawmakers probing whether the former governor would maintain the central bank's autonomy or bend to White House pressure for rate cuts. Republicans portrayed him as a reformer ready to overhaul a "stagnant institution," while Democrats zeroed in on potential conflicts of interest and his independence from the president.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

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Tim Scott Bets Big on GOP Senate Wins, Eyes Business Boom in 2026

Sen. Tim Scott, head of the GOP's Senate campaign arm, predicts an expanded Republican majority in the 2026 midterms despite tough defenses. With Trump policies driving affordability, he warns of billion-dollar races that could reshape business and tax landscapes. Stakes are high for Wall Street as control hinges on battlegrounds like Maine and North Carolina.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

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