Dodd Statement on President-Elect Obama's SEC and Fed Nominees
December 18, 2008

“As our country struggles through this severe recession, we need regulators who will be strong cops on the beat, rather than turn a blind eye to the reckless practices that have caused this crisis. The reported fraud by Bernard Madoff is a stark reminder of the need for regulators that are committed to supervision, oversight, and protecting American investors and consumers. 

 

“President-Elect Obama has assembled an economic team that will work to provide financial security for hard-working Americans. I look forward to meeting with Mary Schapiro and Daniel Tarullo, and will work with my colleagues to consider their nominations as soon as possible.”

 

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