#WhoIsNextFedChair points to Kevin Warsh as the leading nominee to succeed Jerome Powell when his term ends in 2026. Warsh, a former Fed Governor, is viewed as more hawkish on inflation and skeptical of prolonged easy money. Markets read this as a signal for tighter policy discipline, fewer aggressive rate cuts, and stronger focus on inflation control. This supports a firmer USD and higher yields in the short term, while pressuring risk assets. Traders should price in slower easing, stay cautious on leverage, and track Senate confirmation signals closely.