Fed Chair Kevin Warsh at Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium

This was a keynote speech delivered by Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh at the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium on August 28, 2026. Chair Warsh discussed the Federal Reserve's approach to monetary policy, emphasizing a shift away from traditional forward guidance toward a more data-driven and market-informed strategy. He highlighted the economic impact and investment surge related to artificial intelligence, noting significant capital flows into AI infrastructure and the implications for productivity and labor markets. Warsh also reviewed current economic conditions, including strong business capital expenditures, resilient labor markets, and inflation trends above the Fed's 2% target. While the speech covered broad economic and policy themes, it did not include specific procurement, contracting, or budget decisions related to government spending or vendor selections.