Washington, United States, April 14, 2026 (AFP) - US govt wants new Fed chair in place 'soon as possible': Treasury chief

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The US administration wants Kevin Warsh in place as a new central bank chair "as soon as possible," with the existing chief's term coming soon to an end, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday. Warsh, a former Federal Reserve official, is President Donald Trump's choice to succeed Jerome Powell. But his confirmation in the Senate faces challenges as a key lawmaker pushes back against mounting political pressure by Trump against the indepen......

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Berlin, April 14, 2026 (AFP) - Zelensky says US doesn't 'have time for Ukraine' because of Iran war: interview

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Washington, United States, April 14, 2026 (AFP) - Lebanon, Israel start direct talks as Hezbollah launches new attacks

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Ottawa, April 14, 2026 (AFP) - Carney vows action to boost Trump-threatened economy after winning majority

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