Kevin Warsh has been confirmed by the US Senate as the new chair of the Federal Reserve, taking over from Jay Powell amid a turbulent economic landscape. Warsh, who has been appointed by former President Donald Trump, will lead a central bank grappling with rising inflation and the economic fallout from the ongoing conflict in Iran. He is expected to divest more than $130 million in assets before officially assuming his role. The political climate is fraught, with recent polling revealing that more than half of US voters disapprove of Trump's economic handling, particularly regarding inflation and cost of living concerns. This dissatisfaction is particularly pronounced among independent voters, who report significant financial strain and political disengagement, with less than half indicating they would definitely vote in the upcoming midterm elections. Political analysts suggest that this group, often feeling unrepresented, could play a decisive role in close races, although mobilizing them may prove challenging as many remain uncertain about their voting intentions.