During Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing as President Donald Trump's nominee for the US Federal Reserve, he emphasized the necessity of maintaining the central bank's independence from political pressures. Warsh firmly stated he would not act as a puppet for the President, asserting that monetary policy decisions must remain independent. He criticized the Fed's record on inflation, attributing the post-COVID surge to past policy errors and warning that entrenched inflation is harder to control. Warsh advocated for a 'regime change' in the Fed's operational framework, proposing a new inflation strategy and reforms to improve communication. He also highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance productivity and influence interest rates but acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding its immediate effects. Warsh's nomination faces challenges from both parties, reflecting ongoing concerns over the Fed's independence and inflation strategy, requiring approval from the Senate Banking Committee before a full Senate vote.