Core Viewpoint - The Senate has cleared a procedural hurdle for the confirmation of a Trump economic advisor to join the Federal Reserve Board, with a final vote expected soon [1] Group 1 - The procedural vote in the Senate resulted in 50 votes in favor and 44 against, allowing the confirmation process to advance [1] - If confirmed, the advisor will be able to participate in the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday [1]