AIG Lawsuit Makes Hank Paulson Defend Crisis Decisions

The transcript covers Hank Paulson's testimony in court regarding the financial crisis, focusing on the decision to bail out AIG and the potential Chinese investment. It highlights the absence of Hank Greenberg in the courtroom and Paulson's relationship with him. The discussion also touches on the different terms of financial aid provided to firms during the crisis.

What was one of the difficult decisions Hank Paulson faced during the financial crisis?

• Reducing interest rates

• Investing in Chinese markets

• Bailing out AIG

• Bailing out Lehman Brothers

What was David Boies trying to prove in court regarding financial aid?

• That AIG received the same terms as other firms

• That AIG received different terms than other firms

• That AIG did not receive any financial aid

• That AIG was the only firm to receive aid

What was Hank Paulson's stance on the Chinese investment offer in AIG?

• He thought it was a real offer

• He accepted the offer

• He believed it was a viable option

• He challenged its authenticity

Why was Hank Greenberg not present in the courtroom?

• He was testifying in another case

• He was expected to appear later

• He was not involved in the case

• He was not allowed to attend

What did Hank Paulson say about his relationship with Hank Greenberg?

• He had a very high regard for him

• He did not know him well

• He had a professional conflict with him

• He had a low regard for him