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Fed Chair Warsh Confirmed: Will He Slash Rates or Fight Inflation? P2P Traders Watch Closely
MacroNeutral2 min readMay 14, 2026BeInCrypto

Fed Chair Warsh Confirmed: Will He Slash Rates or Fight Inflation? P2P Traders Watch Closely

Kevin Warsh is officially the new Fed Chair after a razor-thin Senate vote. This signals a potential shift in monetary policy that could directly impact crypto spreads on Binance and Bybit P2P.

54-45: WARSH SNAGS FED CHAIR IN NAIL-BITER VOTE

Kevin Warsh is now at the helm of the Federal Reserve, confirmed by a Senate vote so tight it’s never been seen before. This isn't just a personnel change; it's a potential seismic shift for the markets you trade.

Trump’s handpicked candidate, Warsh, takes over from Jerome Powell, who was constantly hammered for not cutting rates fast enough. The pressure cooker is on from day one.

US CPI hit 3.8% year-over-year in April, the highest since May 2023. PPI jumped 6%. Wall Street is already pushing rate cut forecasts back to December 2026, with some even whispering about hikes.

This is your signal. Warsh’s first FOMC meeting on June 16-17 will dictate whether he bows to Trump’s rate-cut demands or prioritizes inflation. Expect volatility to spike, creating massive opportunities – or risks – for your P2P order books on Binance and Bybit.

Get ready for a wild ride. Warsh’s first move will either ignite a rate-cut rally or double down on hawkishness, directly impacting your spreads and volume.