5 Takeaways From Kevin Warsh’s First Meeting as Fed Chairman

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks to reporters during his first news conference since taking the helm at the central bank in Washington on June 17, 2026. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh hosted his first policy meeting as head of the U.S. central bank, leaving interest rates unchanged on June 17.

Warsh also held his first press conference, telling the media that a series of reforms to how the Fed communicates with the public are coming soon.