Rep. Waters: We'll See Where Stumpf's Testimony Takes Us

Rep. Waters: We'll See Where Stumpf's Testimony Takes Us

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The transcript discusses the politicization of the Federal Reserve, focusing on Mr. Garrett's unreasonable behavior towards Michelle and his attempts to politicize the committee. It also covers Fed Chair Yellen's response to questions about risk management failures at Wells Fargo, highlighting her regulatory efforts. The conversation delves into the Wells Fargo scandal, questioning the mismanagement and fraudulent accounts. Finally, it explores the accountability and potential consequences for those involved, including job loss and the possibility of breaking up the bank.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Mr. Garrett accused of during the committee meeting?

Being supportive of Michelle

Politicizing the committee

Ignoring the Hatch Act

Providing credible points

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Fed Chair Yellen respond to the risk management issues at Wells Fargo?

She blamed the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

She promised to increase capital requirements

She ignored the issues

She resigned from her position

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the actions Fed Chair Yellen was willing to take regarding risk management?

Decrease capital requirements

Increase capital requirements

Eliminate regulatory changes

Ignore the management of risk

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential outcome for the Wells Fargo bank mentioned in the discussion?

It could merge with another bank

It could expand its operations

It could be broken up

It could be awarded for its practices

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern regarding the Wells Fargo scandal?

The bank's expansion plans

The creation of fraudulent accounts

The bank's marketing strategies

The bank's customer service