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2 Feb 2009

Daschle's Finances Distract From Obama

As the administration of President Barack Obama pushes his economic plan, it faces another distraction.

"… second Obama cabinet -- to be bogged down by tax problems. As Treasury Secretary tip -- guy it was before his confirmation. The distraction comes as the president is trying to focus on pulling skeptical Republicans …" at 1:08

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2:28

26 Jan 2009

Raw: Geithner Confirmed As Treasury Sec.

Timothy Geithner speaks for the first time as treasury secretary .

Episode Duration -- 3:37

16 Dec 2008

White House Mulls Over Auto Options

US automakers are waiting on a decision from the White House about an aid package. President Bush said the decision on where the money is coming from will be made soon because of the fragile economy.

"… to oversee the company's restructuring. Which Clement says could be the Treasury Secretary. …" at 1:02

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1:30

12 Dec 2008

UAW: 'We Were Set Up'

United Auto Workers President Ron Gettelfinger says GOP senators who sidetracked an auto bailout compromise bill were not playing fair.

"… the emergency. Bridge monster -- auto makers. The only options. Are -- Treasury Secretary. Paulson. To exercise its authority. To use a tarp funds to provide assistance. Are for the Federal Reserve. To take action. And …" at 2:00

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5:11

4 Dec 2008

Is $700B Bailout Cash Being Wasted?

There are already serious questions about the spending accountability of the $700 billion bailout package.

"… Now as Treasury Secretary Paulson reportedly weighs whether to ask for the second half of the 700 billion dollar bailout money rather than leave it to …" at 2:11

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2:32

26 Nov 2008

Uncut: Obama News Conference, Nov. 26

Watch in its entirety President-elect Barack Obama's news conference in which he appoints former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker to head new Economic Recovery Advisory Board.

"… ministry. And so it would be surprising if I selected. A Treasury Secretary. Who had had no connection with the last. Democratic administration. Because that would mean that the person had no experience in Washington what sort. And I suspect that you would be trouble than the American people would be trouble if I selected a Treasury Secretary. Or a chairman of the national economic council. At one of the most critical economic times in our history who had no …" at 14:00

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17:26

25 Nov 2008

Government Shores Up Credit Markets

From student loans to credit card debt, consumers are feeling the pinch from a tightening credit market. Tuesday, Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson announced two programs worth $800 billion to increase lending.

Episode Duration -- 1:37

24 Nov 2008

Obama: Geithner Respected Worldwide

President-elect Barack Obama talks up his choice for treasury secretary , Tim Geithner.

"… And I know he will do so once again as America's next Treasury Secretary. The chief economic spokesman for my administration. …" at 1:19

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1:26

24 Nov 2008

Uncut: Obama News Conference

Watch in its entirety President-elect Barack Obama's news conference in which he introduces his new economic team.

"… And I know he will do so once again as America's next Treasury Secretary. The chief economic spokesman for my administration. Elect him. Larry Summers also brings a singular combination of skill. Elect an experienced of …" at 3:36

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26:11

18 Nov 2008