Spencer Bachus: “Almost every day I get solicitations, as do most Americans, for financial products that appear to be sponsored or…”

The intent of Operation Choke Point may have carried a purpose that we would all agree with, and that is to prevent financial fraud.

Does that make what the President did constitutional if it is unconstitutional?

However, my continued concern is that the program threatens to dry up legitimate sources of credit and financing.

I would simply recognize Mr. Petri's and Ms. Tsongas' contributions in helping Mr. Kilmer with this amendment--and there may be others. I want to express to the full committee chair our appreciation for supporting this amendment, and I…