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Warsh Inherits Fractious Fed Board in First Week as Chair

Kevin Warsh faces internal resistance at the Federal Reserve as he settles into the chairman role, according to President Donald Trump. Trump suggested Warsh may struggle to align the central bank's monetary policy with administration priorities, noting the board presents challenges to unified leadership.

Warsh's inaugural week reflected the operational demands of the position. His calendar was dominated by staff meetings and internal coordination. The new chairman met with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent early in his tenure, signaling close coordination between fiscal and monetary authorities.

The friction underscores broader tensions within the Fed's leadership structure. White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett previously criticized former Chair Jerome Powell's decision to remain at the institution, arguing the move constrains the administration's ability to reshape the board's composition.