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Warsh's Fed Chair Hearing: Independence, AI, and Rate Hikes
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Kevin Warsh, nominated for US Federal Reserve chair, denied being a Trump puppet, insisting on independent rate decisions. Warsh, a former Fed governor, shifted from hawkish to AI-optimistic, advocating for higher growth with lower inflation and rates. He criticized the Feds missed inflation target, over-reliance on forecasts, and forward guidance. Warsh aims for a smaller balance sheet, focusing solely on rates. However, his confirmation faces hurdles, and unpredictable events will likely influence rates more than any individuals agenda.
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