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Press Release: Travis Hill Sworn in as the 23rd Chairman of the FDIC

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Travis Hill was sworn in as the 23rd Chairman of the FDIC; he previously served as Acting Chairman and Vice Chairman. He received his education from Duke University and Georgetown University Law Center.

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PRESS RELEASE | JANUARY 13, 2026 Travis Hill Sworn in as the 23 rd Chairman of the FDIC WASHINGTON – Travis Hill was sworn in as the 23rd Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Chairman Hill has served as Acting Chairman of the FDIC Board since January 20, 2025, and previously as Vice Chairman since January 5, 2023. Chairman Hill was nominated by President Trump on September 30, 2025, for a term of five years and confirmed by the Senate on December 18, 2025. Prior to joining the FDIC Board, Chairman Hill served in various roles at the FDIC; the United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs; and Regions Financial Corporation. He received a Bachelor of Science from Duke University, where he studied economics and political science, and a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center. # # # MEDIA CONTACT: [email protected] The FDIC does not send unsolicited email. If this publication has reached you in error, or if you no longer wish to receive this service, please unsubscribe . CONNECT WITH US