Bernanke, Paulson defend rescue plan

Courtesy Marketplace  Tue, 07/15/2008 - 17:14

The Treasury Secretary and Fed Chairman faced heated questioning at a Congressional hearing today, as they laid out the government's plan to shore up Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

John Dimsdale reports.


 

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