WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) released the following statement today regarding President Obama’s nomination of Janet Yellen to serve as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve:

“Given the profound influence of the Federal Reserve on the global economy, Vice Chair Yellen can expect a rigorous confirmation hearing before the Senate Banking Committee. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss her views of our current and future monetary policy.”

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