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Senate Votes to End Debate on Federal Reserve Chair Nomination

Original title: Cloture Motion (Executive Calendar)

May 12, 2026

Federal Reserve Senate Nominations Cloture

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The Frame

What this does

This vote advances the confirmation process for the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve, who will oversee U.S. monetary policy and interest rate decisions for a four-year term.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Kevin Warsh

His nomination to lead the Federal Reserve has moved to the final confirmation stage.

U.S. Senators

Members participated in a roll call vote to determine whether to proceed to a final confirmation vote.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 12, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The U.S. Senate voted 51-45 to end debate on the nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. This procedural vote, known as , allows the Senate to move toward a final confirmation vote on the nominee.

Key Facts

The Senate voted 51-45 in favor of the cloture motion to end debate on Kevin Warsh's nomination.
Kevin Warsh is nominated to be Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System for a four-year term.
The cloture motion was filed under Rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate.
The mandatory quorum call required by Rule XXII was waived by the Senate.
Four Senators were recorded as not voting: Bennet, Capito, Hyde-Smith, and Ricketts.
The motion was agreed to, clearing the way for a final confirmation vote.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 'cloture motion' mean?

It is a procedural move in the Senate to end debate on a matter and force a vote, preventing a filibuster.

Does this vote mean Kevin Warsh is confirmed?

No, this vote only ends the debate phase. A final confirmation vote will be held at a later time.

Why It Matters

This vote advances the confirmation process for the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve, who will oversee U.S. monetary policy and interest rate decisions for a four-year term.

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Partisan Voting Split

The vote followed a strict party-line split, reflecting the high level of political contention surrounding the Federal Reserve nomination.

Kevin Warsh Senate

Connected Entities

otherRollcall Vote No. 117 Ex.“The specific Senate vote record for the cloture motion.”Map →

personJohn Thune“Senator who signed the cloture motion.”Map →

organizationFederal Reserve System“The central banking system of the United States.”Map →

personKevin Warsh“Nominee for Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.”Map →

Sources

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