Banks Make Money But ‘I’m Not Confident They’re Safer’: Sen. Brown

The transcript discusses strong earnings from major banks like JP Morgan and City, raising questions about bank regulation and safety. It highlights the influence of bank lobbyists and the economic struggles of bank workers, despite high profits. The conversation shifts to broader economic disparities, corporate tax cuts, and buybacks, criticizing the lack of investment in the workforce. It concludes with a discussion on the tax structure and the need to raise the minimum wage, emphasizing the importance of wealth sharing and the steps taken through the USMCA.

Discuss the implications of the failure to raise the minimum wage as mentioned in the text.

What steps are suggested to ensure that workers share in the wealth they create?