US Senate

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Warsh's appointment to the Fed will have to be confirmed by the US Senate, where he will face scrutiny from lawmakers across the political spectrum.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

It can be easy to forget Vance is still just 41 years old, and only recently launched himself onto the national political stage when he ran for the US Senate.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Warsh must now be confirmed by the US Senate before he can take up the role.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The US Senate moved Friday to end a budget standoff that has forced thousands of airport security staff to work without pay and caused long delays at airports.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Soon after the Army-McCarthy hearings were over, the US Senate voted to censure McCarthy for having charged so many people falsely.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler