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Biden's Hunter Pardon Sparks Democratic Backlash and Political Debate
politics1 year ago

Biden's Hunter Pardon Sparks Democratic Backlash and Political Debate

President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter has sparked criticism from within the Democratic Party, with several lawmakers expressing concern over the potential political fallout and the precedent it sets. Critics argue that the pardon undermines trust in the presidency and the justice system, while some Democrats defend Biden's decision as a personal and familial matter. The pardon has also provided Republicans with ammunition to criticize Democrats, complicating the political landscape for the party.

finance2 years ago

Citigroup Contemplates Closing Once Dominant Muni Business

Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser is considering shutting down the bank's municipal-bond trading and origination business, which was once a dominant player in the $4 trillion US state and local debt market. Senior executives have proposed closing the business to align profitability with competitors, but no final decision has been made. Political considerations may factor into the decision, as banks often highlight their work in raising money for cities and states when facing scrutiny from politicians. Citigroup's municipal-bond business has seen a decline in profits and rankings, and being frozen out of Texas deals has further impacted revenue. Fraser aims to improve the bank's returns and has already initiated a major restructuring.