On the recordJune 21, 2023
It is absolutely the case that Congress will need to authorize the Federal Reserve to issue a CBDC.
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congress.govIt is absolutely the case that Congress will need to authorize the Federal Reserve to issue a CBDC.
Chair Powell emphasizes the need for congressional approval for a retail CBDC.
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