WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- The White House issued the following news on Jan. 30, 2026: * * * Wide Acclaim for President Trump's Nomination of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Mr. Warsh is exceptionally well-prepared to lead the world's most influential central bank, with a distinguished background including degrees from Stanford University and Harvard Law  more PR