we expect to complete that rulemaking this summer.

I don't know--aside from my credit card, I don't know, if I buy something online, whether that information is going to be sold.

We are as one, as a Commission, in opposing that.

They have a tendency to exaggerate, anyway.

That strikes me as one aspect of credit in America that is highly abusive to people in low-income categories and desperate situations.

we obtained a temporary injunction--or a restraining order in this case, freezing the defendant's assets.

And I guess I'd have to say, bluntly, that Congress can ignore both of you.

Do Not Call continues to be a success.

We hope to continue to earn that support by vigorously and aggressively fulfilling our mission to protect American consumers and promote a competitive marketplace.

we've recovered nearly $500 million for consumers who lost their money in the financial frauds area alone

Unemployment and the foreclosure crisis have created prime opportunities for fraudsters to prey on financially vulnerable Americans.

So, there's no uniformity----

Unfortunately, the risk from new technology has also increased, such as identity theft, privacy violation, and data security concerns.

we continue to prioritize consumer privacy and data security.

Over the past 3 years, the FTC saved consumers more than $1.4 billion in economic injury.

Make no mistake. I still have confidence in your leadership, but we have a responsibility on our side of the table as well.

Chairman Schapiro, you announced the appointment of a new chief compliance officer to serve as the internal watch dog.

In the wake of the massive Ponzi scheme perpetrated by Bernie Madoff, the SEC has undertaken an array of reforms to reduce similar frauds.