Michael S. Barr

Michael S. Barr is an American economist and legal scholar who specializes in financial regulation and consumer protection. As of 2023, he serves as a Federal Reserve Board Governor, helping oversee the U.S. banking system and ensuring its stability. Barr has a background in academia and government, including roles at Harvard Law School and the Treasury Department, where he worked on financial policy and reform. He is known for his expertise in banking law, financial markets, and efforts to promote fair lending practices, contributing to policies aimed at safeguarding consumers and maintaining economic stability.