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Senate Confirmations of Military and Federal Reserve Officials

Original title: CONFIRMATIONS

May 12, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This document formalizes the leadership structure of the U.S. military and the Federal Reserve, impacting national defense operations and the governance of the nation's central bank for the next 14 years.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Military Personnel

The listed officers are promoted to new ranks and assigned to new positions of responsibility.

Federal Reserve System

The Board of Governors gains a new member for a 14-year term.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 12, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The U.S. Senate confirmed a large list of military promotions and appointments on May 12, 2026, including high-ranking officers across all branches of the armed forces. Additionally, the Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh to serve a 14-year term on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

Key Facts

  • Kevin Warsh was confirmed to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors for a 14-year term starting February 1, 2026.
  • 29 Army Colonels were promoted to the rank of Brigadier General.
  • Brian M. Gatti was promoted to Brigadier General in the Army Reserve.
  • Peter D. Houtz was promoted to Brigadier General in the Marine Corps.
  • Five officers were promoted to Lieutenant General in the Marine Corps.
  • Monte L. Rone was promoted to Lieutenant General in the Army.
  • John F. Wade was promoted to Vice Admiral in the Navy.
  • Christopher J. Niemi was promoted to Lieutenant General in the Air Force.
  • Two Air Force officers were promoted to Major General.
  • Numerous individual nominations for various ranks across the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps were confirmed.

Why It Matters

This document formalizes the leadership structure of the U.S. military and the Federal Reserve, impacting national defense operations and the governance of the nation's central bank for the next 14 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the role of the Senate in these appointments?
The Senate is responsible for providing 'advice and consent' on executive nominations, which includes military promotions and appointments to federal agencies like the Federal Reserve.
How long is Kevin Warsh's term at the Federal Reserve?
He was confirmed for a 14-year term beginning February 1, 2026.

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Lobbying Activity

60 Plus Association

2026

TAXATION/INTERNAL REVENUE CODEENVIRONMENT/SUPERFUNDCOPYRIGHT/PATENT/TRADEMARKHEALTH ISSUES

Signed a coalition letter opposing any efforts to raise the corporate tax rate above the 21% level set in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Signed a coalition in support of the Family Business Legacy Act, H.R. 6329. This legislation creates parity in the tax code between the estate and gift taxes by allowing an estate tax deduction for contributions to 501(c)(4), (c)(5), and (c)(6) organizations. Signed a coalition letter urging opposition to proposals that would raise taxes on carried interest investment income.The letter is urging Congress to reject the misnamed Carried Interest Fairness Act, legislation recently reintroduced by Senators Tammy Baldwin, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and other progressive members of Congress. This legislation that would increase the tax rate on carried interest investment by 70%, from 23.8% to 40.8%. Signed a coalition letter in support of H.R.574 - ALIGN Act and highlight the 100% bonus depreciation provision's importance as the tax cut reauthorization efforts continue. Signed a coalition to support of repealing IRA's green new deal subsidies in reconciliation to pay for tax cuts. Signed a coalition letter regarding digital services taxes (DST) in an effort to stop Canadas imposition of a discriminatory digital services tax (DST) on U.S. firms and your efforts to include restrictions on the imposition of DSTs and other unfair digital policies in recently announced trade agreements-providing a model for future trade negotiations. Signed a coalition letter urging the President to index capital gains for inflation.

CC LAW & POLICY

on behalf of COALITION TO PROTECT AND PROMOTE ASSOCIATION HEALTH PLANS (INFORMAL COALITION)

JOHANNA D CHACON

on behalf of JEWEL OSCO

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MADELEINE R HILL

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DANIELLE CASSEL

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CARLOS ITURREGUI

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ANDRIA WINTERS

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Discoveries

Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.

policy shift90% confidence

High Volume of General Officer Confirmations

The document reflects a significant turnover or expansion in high-level military leadership, with over 40 general/flag officer promotions listed.

Connected Entities

organizationUnited States ArmyBranch of military with numerous officer promotions.Map →
organizationUnited States SenateThe body responsible for confirming the listed nominations.Map →
organizationUnited States Air ForceBranch of military with officer promotions.Map →
personKevin WarshConfirmed as a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.Map →
organizationUnited States NavyBranch of military with officer promotions.Map →
organizationUnited States Marine CorpsBranch of military with officer promotions.Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.govinfo.gov

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz20
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