Gary Gensler actually said...

I think what we are looking at and what Congress asked us to look at is if it has a direct or significant effect on U.S. commerce or the U.S. economy.

Context

Gensler emphasizes the need to protect U.S. commerce from foreign financial risks.

06/14/2011

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