A Down Ballot View of Key House, Senate Committees

The video discusses the political landscape, focusing on key committees in Congress that impact Wall Street, tax reform, and healthcare. It highlights the importance of Senate control, potential changes in committee leadership, and the implications for the Supreme Court and FOMC. The video also addresses the possibility of political gridlock and the uncertainty surrounding Senate control due to a runoff election in Louisiana.

Who are the potential leaders of the Senate Banking Committee if the Democrats or Republicans gain control?

• Orrin Hatch and Ron Wyden

• Maxine Waters and Kevin Brady

• Sherrod Brown and Michael Crapo

• Richard Shelby and Jeb Hensarling

Which committee is responsible for originating all tax bills?

• Senate Banking Committee

• Senate Health, Education, and Labor Committee

• Ways and Means Committee

• Senate Finance Committee

What is the role of the Senate Finance Committee?

• Taking up tax-related matters

• Approving Fed nominees

• Overseeing health care reforms

• Handling Dodd-Frank reforms

Who is the current chairman of the Senate Health, Education, and Labor Committee?

• Michael Crapo

• Ron Wyden

• Lamar Alexander

• Patty Murray

What could cause a delay in determining Senate control?

• A tie in the House of Representatives

• A runoff election in Louisiana

• A recount in Florida

• A Supreme Court decision