President Donald Trump sparked a viral debate on social media after a February 9 interview on Fox Business’s Kudlow show, where he discussed his decision-making around Kevin Warsh, his nominee for Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair.
Short clips circulating on X (Twitter) show Trump saying he “made a big mistake,” fueling confusion over whether he now regrets nominating Warsh.
Trump Admits a “Big Mistake”—But Is It About Kevin Warsh or Powell?
In full context, Trump was reflecting on 2017, when he chose Jerome Powell over Warsh, who had been the “runner-up” at the time.
Trump said the decision was influenced by advice from then-Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, calling it a “really big mistake.”
Far from expressing current regret, Trump praised Warsh, describing him as a “high-quality person” capable of delivering extraordinary results if confirmed.
