Powell: I'll take Warsh 'at his word' that he'll stand up to political pressure

CNBC Television | April 29, 2026 at 09:15 PM UTC
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Key Points

  • Jerome Powell expressed confidence in Kevin Warsh's commitment to stand up to political pressure.
  • Powell's belief is based on Warsh's strong testimony regarding Fed independence during his hearing.

AI Summary

Fed Chair Jerome Powell addressed concerns regarding former President Trump's Fed chair nominee, Kevin Warsh, and his ability to withstand political pressure. Powell stated he would take Warsh 'at his word' based on his strong testimony affirming his commitment to the Federal Reserve's independence.

Model Analysis Breakdown

Model Sentiment Confidence
Gemini 2.5 Flash Neutral 75%
Consensus Neutral 75%