On the recordMarch 19, 2012
Last question: There has been a lot of concern about American banks' exposure to European financial institutions with credit default swaps, etc.
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congress.gov“Last question: There has been a lot of concern about American banks' exposure to European financial institutions with credit default swaps, etc.”
Frank raises concerns about U.S. banks' risks related to European financial institutions.
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