Senate to Review Judy Shelton for Federal Reserve Governor

Judy Shelton, nominated by former President Trump for Federal Reserve Governor, will undergo a Senate confirmation hearing on September 4th, at 10 p.m. Beijing time.

Shelton’s views, including advocacy for the gold standard, could impact Federal Reserve’s policies, influencing market dynamics, especially in cryptocurrency and treasury investments, pending confirmation.

Senate Hearing for Shelton’s Fed Nomination on September 4th

Nominee Judy Shelton’s confirmation hearing is set for September 4th, marking a significant step in her pursuit to join the Federal Reserve as a Governor. Shelton’s known affinity for the gold standard and her criticism of the Fed’s independence have sparked discussions about potential changes in policy direction.

Her views on interest rates and monetary policy could lead to substantial shifts in the Fed’s approach. Investors are closely monitoring the potential impact on economic stability and monetary policy adjustments, emphasizing discussions that arose since her 2019 nomination.

Economists and policymakers have expressed mixed reactions, with some backing her unconventional stance, while others raise concerns about potential volatility in financial markets. One of her notable proposals is: “Shelton has lobbied for the inflation target (currently set to 2%) to be lowered to zero in order to ‘make life much less complicated for all of us who have to use the dollar…’” (Source: Fortune). Analysts predict influential shifts in asset valuation and currency stability depending on the outcomes of Shelton’s agenda.

Bitcoin Hits $111,976 as Market Awaits Policy Change

Did you know? Judy Shelton’s 2020 nomination for Federal Reserve Governor was blocked, raising concerns about her stance on reducing the Fed’s independence. A similar event previously triggered debates on the roles of governmental influence in monetary policy.

As of August 29, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) trades at $111,976.54, maintaining a market dominance of 57.41% with a total market cap of approximately 2.23 trillion dollars. Bitcoin has displayed a 90-day growth of 7.87%, indicating an upward trend. (Data: CoinMarketCap)

The Coincu research team highlights potential financial outcomes due to Shelton’s policies. Interest rate adjustments and potential shifts towards a non-fiat standard might push regulatory adaptations, potentially impacting tech and fintech sectors significantly.