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Fed Chair Warsh testifies on inflation before Congress
By Stetson Miller at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) -Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh told House lawmakers on Tuesday that the central bank is going to make high inflation “a thing of the past,” in his first appearance before Congress since taking on the role.“If we get policy right, and I can assure you we will, the infla...
Key takeaway Warsh became the Fed’s new leader on May 22, after replacing former chair Jerome Powell.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
As Atlanta residents continue to feel the pinch of high inflation, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's testimony before Congress takes on particular significance for the local community. With the city's cost of living already outpacing the national average, any efforts to curb inflation will have a direct impact on Atlantans' wallets. Warsh's commitment to making high inflation "a thing of the past" will be closely watched by local business owners and consumers alike, who are eager to see relief from rising prices. The Fed's monetary policy decisions, including potential interest rate changes, will also have a ripple effect on Atlanta's economy, influencing everything from mortgage rates to small business loans. As Warsh prepares to appear before the Senate Banking Committee, Atlanta will be waiting to see how his policies will shape the city's economic future.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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