Warsh Takes Reins at Fed with Digital Assets on His Radar

Kevin Warsh took over as Chairman of the Federal Reserve on May 22, 2026, after being sworn in. President Trump nominated him back in January and has given him room to operate independently.

The Senate confirmed Warsh with a 54-45 vote in mid-May. As the new chair, he's expected to bring a fresh perspective to the Federal Reserve. Warsh previously served as a Fed governor from 2006 to 2011 and was in the room during the global financial crisis.

Warsh has significant exposure to digital assets, with investments in around 20-30 entities related to cryptocurrency. His portfolio includes substantial positions tied to Solana. However, he's committed to divesting where necessary to avoid conflicts of interest.

In a notable comment during his Senate confirmation hearings, Warsh stated, 'Bitcoin does not make me nervous.' He went further by advocating for digital assets to play a role in US finance.