First of all, the United States has a veto. There's no major decision that the IMF can make without the United States' approval and agreement.
Gregory Meeks: “First of all, the United States has a veto. There's no major decision that the IMF can make without the United States'…”
On the recordMay 12, 2009
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Meeks highlights the U.S. influence over IMF decisions.
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