Monetary Forum: A Conversation on Monetary Governance and Federal Reserve Oversight

The Independent Institute hosted the forum in Washington, D.C. to examine key questions surrounding Federal Reserve leadership and monetary policy oversight at a pivotal moment for the country. U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts of Nebraska delivered remarks on “The Future of the Fed and the Warsh Confirmation Process.” The discussion featured a conversation between Judy Shelton, former nominee to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors and author of Good as Gold: How to Unleash the Power of Sound Money, and Sean Fieler, Chair of the American Principles Project, followed by audience Q&A with all speakers. The program explored the critical policy and institutional questions that Senate confirmation committees may confront when evaluating future Federal Reserve leadership.