Janet Yellen
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Janet Louise Yellen is an American economist currently serving as the 78th United States Secretary of the Treasury, a position she has held since January 26, 2021. She is a member of the Democratic Party and has a distinguished career in economic policy and public service. Yellen previously served as the Chair of the Federal Reserve from 2014 to 2018, becoming the first woman to hold that role. During her tenure at the Federal Reserve, she focused on issues such as unemployment and inflation, advocating for policies aimed at economic recovery following the 2008 financial crisis.
Jan 18, 2021
I think Treasury, along with the rest of the administration, needs to stay laser-focused on that.
Jan 18, 2021
He would want to repeal parts of the 2017 tax cuts that benefited the highest-income Americans and large companies.
Jan 18, 2021
Sanctions are a tool that can be very effective, and I pledge to work with you on implementing them.
Jan 18, 2021
Nothing is more important to the future of housing in the United States than what we do with Fannie and Freddie.
Jan 18, 2021
I strongly agree with your view that it is necessary for U.S. companies to be globally competitive.
Jan 18, 2021
I think in this economy, everyone needs access to a workplace retirement saving plan.
Jan 18, 2021
I completely agree with you, Senator Portman, that the Treasury Secretary has to be a voice for fiscal sanity.
Jan 18, 2021
The Biden administration will be willing to make use of the full array of tools to counter China's abusive practices.
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