Topic: Banking

After Being Named Banking Chairman, Congressman Vacations with Bankers

AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite

In January, Rep. Jeb Hensarling, R-Texas, ascended to the powerful chairmanship of the House Financial Services Committee. Six weeks later, campaign finance filings and interviews show, Hensarling was joined by representatives of the banking industry for a ski vacation fundraiser at a posh Park City, Utah, resort.

By Adam Martin

Jun 28, 2011

Afghan Bank Chief Resigns One Step Ahead of an Arrest Warrant

The head of the country's central bank has taken up residence in the U.S.

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By Adam Clark Estes

Jun 13, 2011

Harvard Seeks Non-Bankers, Bankers Seek Loophole

Harvard Business School has admitted fewer finance-types this year

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By Caitlin Dickson

Apr 14, 2011

Stat of the Day

Federal Prosecutions of Bankers Are Down 96% Since 1995

A figure that explains why no bankers have faced prosecution for the financial crisis

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