Big banks to reduce overdraft charges Sep 30, 2009
Christopher Dodd said he was drafting a bill that would require banks to cover overdrafts only when consumers ask for it a so-called "opt-in" clause. The Federal Reserve is also considering two proposals aimed at protecting consumers from overdraft fees. (Montana Standard, MT)
US: No `snap judgment' this week on Iran nukes Sep 30, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. chairman of the Senate banking committee, said Tuesday he will push legislation to expand Obama's authority to sanction Iran, with a focus on a range of financial institutions and businesses. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Business briefs Sep 30, 2009
Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd said creating a single oversight agency for the nation s banking system would ensure accountability and end pass-the-buck excuses ... Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd said creating a single oversight agency for the nation s banking system would ensure accountability and end pass-the-buck excuses. (New York Post -- Business)
The Big Money: Just let homebuyer tax credit die Sep 30, 2009
Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd has voiced his support, as has Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. (Its worth noting that Reid hails from Nevada, a state thats been especially hard hit by the real estate crisis. (MSNBC -- Business)
Conn College And Yale To Share Grants To Help Prevent Violence Against Women Sep 26, 2009
Christopher Dodd said while announcing the grants Friday. "In light of the recent tragedy on Yale's campus, this funding underscores the importance of preventing violence against women at home, at the workplace, and on our college campuses. It is my hope that with these funds, education and prevention partnerships will work toward eliminating violence against women.". (FOX61, CT)
Obama Economic Adviser: Limit Safety Nets Sep 25, 2009
Frank and Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. say they will have a bill on financial regulation ready for the president's signature by the end of the year. (CBS News)
Chastened banks cut overdraft fees Sep 24, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. said he plans to introduce legislation that would require customers to sign up for overdraft protection. (MSNBC -- Race)
BofA, Chase Trim Overdraft Fees Amid Criticism Sep 23, 2009
The moves, set to be announced on Wednesday, come as Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd (D., Conn. prepares a bill that would likely require banks to get permission before enrolling customers in an overdraft program. (Fox News)
Financial overhaul islosing momentum Sep 23, 2009
Christopher Dodd, who head the congressional committees overseeing the effort to tighten regulations on banks and other financial institutions. Frank, a liberal Massachusetts Democrat, said the three agreed that upcoming legislation must create a consumer protection agency, as well as set higher capital requirements for large firms and empower the government to dismantle nonbank companies like insurance giant AIG if their financial problems threatened the economy. (MSNBC -- Business)
US Govt losing attempt to tighten rein on Wall Street Sep 23, 2009
Christopher Dodd, who head the congressional committees overseeing the effort to tighten regulations on banks and other financial institutions. Frank, a liberal Democrat, said the three agreed that upcoming legislation must create a consumer protection agency, as well as set higher capital requirements for large firms and empower the government to dismantle nonbank companies like insurance giant AIG if their financial problems threatened the economy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Rep. Frank Extracts Vanilla From Consumer Agency Sep 23, 2009
Frank's draft emerged after he met on Tuesday with Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd and U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner, who is expected to fight for the CFPA in testimony before Frank's committee on Wednesday. "Our proposal will not create new bureaucracy for banks," Geithner said in prepared remarks to be delivered to the panel that were posted on the committee's website on Tuesday. (ABC News -- Wire)
Capitol Watch Blog: Legislators Denounce Pratt's Decision Sep 22, 2009
Pratt Closing Cheshire Plant and Eliminating 1,000 Jobs; Malloy Blames Rell, and McKinney Rips Malloy As MIA - Capitol Watch. Pratt Closing Cheshire Plant and Eliminating 1,000 Jobs; Malloy Blames Rell, and McKinney Rips Malloy As MIA. (FOX61, CT)
Idea of a weakened Fed gaining traction in D.C. Sep 22, 2009
The proposal by Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd to merge federal prudential oversight into a single regulator differs from a plan by President Barack Obama. But it's gaining traction among Dodd's colleagues who think the Fed didn't do enough to prevent the current market crisis. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Post-Crisis Financial Watchdogs: A New Push for Reform Sep 22, 2009
Congress cant go back to the American people and say business as usual," countered Elizabeth Warren, the Harvard University professor who chairs the Congressional Oversight Panel of the Troubled Asset Relief Program, the $700 billion financial bailout Congress approved in October. Hearing It Out On Wednesday, the House Financial Services Committee kicks off a run of 11 hearings over three weeks on regulation reform. At the first hearing, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner will make his... (Fox News)
Bank fees under fire on Capitol Hill Sep 22, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. plans to introduce legislation requiring banks to get permission from customers, rather than allowing overdrafts automatically. (AZCentral -- Business)
The Great Slack Attack Sep 21, 2009
Christopher Dodd (D-Conn. plans to introduce legislation that would require banks to get permission from customers, rather than allowing automatic overdrafts. (Slate)
Christian List Targets Reid, 15 Democrats for 2010 Sep 21, 2009
The release of the hit list -- it also included Senator Christopher Dodd of Connecticut -- was one of the opening shots in a Republican effort to pare some of the huge gains made by Democrats in the 2006 and 2008 elections. Speakers at the two-day summit attacked the Obama agenda, particularly healthcare reform, regarded as his top domestic priority. (Newsmax)
Senator Dodd Favors Bank Super-Cop Idea: Aide Sep 21, 2009
In a stance that could set up a protracted battle over bank regulation, Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd is among panel members planning to push for the merger of four existing bank supervisors into one, the aide said. That approach could further delay President Barack Obama's drive to tighten oversight of banks and capital markets, a topic expected to headline the September 24-25 summit meeting of the leaders of the Group of 20 rich nations in Pittsburgh. (ABC News -- Wire)
Health fight has other bills sidelined Sep 21, 2009
He pointed to the decision by his Senate counterpart, Banking Committee chairman Christopher Dodd of Connecticut, to remain on the banking panel as evidence that Congress could successfully juggle health care and other priorities. The fact that Chris is staying shows that it s not a case where we re getting eclipsed, he said. (Boston Globe)
Dodd to Push for Single U.S. Bank Regulator: Report Sep 20, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd plans to propose legislation that would merge four bank agencies into one super-regulator, The New York Times reported on Saturday. Dodd's approach, meant as a starting point for the Senate's response to the financial crisis, differs sharply from that envisioned by President Barack Obama, especially in lessening the oversight role of the Federal Reserve, the paper said. (ABC News -- Business)
Sen. Dodd Calls to Curb Overdraft Fees Sep 19, 2009
Christopher Dodd, chairman of the Banking Committee, said Thursday he wants to curb overdraft fees charged by banks, a move that would cut into a lucrative revenue stream for the financial industry. Dodd, D-Conn. (Newsmax)
Quinnipiac Poll Offers Mixed News For Dodd Sep 19, 2009
Christopher Dodd, the news is better but still not great. That's how Quinnipiac University poll director Doug Schwartz assessed the senator's latest poll numbers, released Thursday. (FOX61, CT)
WWE's Linda McMahon wades into Senate race Sep 18, 2009
WWEs Linda McMahon wades into Senate race. She could face criticism for some unsavory aspects of WWEs programming. (MSNBC -- Politics)
WWE Executive Launches Senate Campaign Sep 18, 2009
McMahon is the latest Republican looking to get into the ring with Senator Christopher Dodd. Colleen Flanagan, the communications director for the Connecticut Democratic Party, said the long-line of Republican Candidates will only help Dodd in his bid for re-election. (FOX61, CT)
Urgency for new financial rules is slipping away Sep 17, 2009
Senators from both parties, including Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, dislike the Obama proposal that would give the Federal Reserve more power. (MSNBC -- Business)
Politics of the financial crisis Sep 17, 2009
Democrats such as Senate Banking Committee chairman Christopher Dodd of Connecticut and House Financial Services Committee chairman Barney Frank of Massachusetts contend that the Fed's incestuous relationship with big banks and Wall Street firms was a systemic cause of the mortgage crisis, and that the Fed already has too much power to merit getting more. Bernanke and his predecessor, Alan Greenspan, now concede that the Fed failed to anticipate the full danger posed by the explosion of subprime... (Asia Times Online)
WWE's Linda McMahon resigns to run for Senate Sep 17, 2009
WWE's Linda McMahon resigns to run forSenate - More Sports - SI.com. Posted: Thursday September 17, 2009 12:49AM; Updated: Thursday September 17, 2009 12:49AM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Multichannel Newswire Sep 17, 2009
WWE CEO Linda McMahon is swapping the wrestling ring for the political ring, joining an increasingly crowded field for the Connecticut U.S. Senate seat currently held by Christopher Dodd. Blogs. (Multichannel News)
Shelby wants ACORN investigation Sep 16, 2009
Shelby, who is a ranking Republican on the Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, sent letters Tuesday to Chairman Christopher Dodd (D-CT) and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Inspector General, Kenneth Donohue, demanding they look into ACORN's activities. Shelby's calls for an investigation come after reports of the arrest of individuals in Florida for falsifying voter applications while employed by ACORN during the 2008 election cycle. (WSJA.com, AL)
Focus is on Main St. as firms fight Wall St. rules Sep 15, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. will give up his perch atop the banking panel to become chairman of one of the two committees responsible for overhauling that nation's health care practices. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
House Democrats to reprimand lawmaker Sep 15, 2009
This was Teddy s wish and desire, Senator Christopher Dodd, Kennedy s closest friend, said last week. John Kerry also sponsored the resolution. (Boston Globe)
Senate Names Caucus Room for Kennedy Brothers Sep 15, 2009
Christopher Dodd, Kennedy's closest friend, said last week. Kennedy died of brain cancer last month after nearly a half-century in the Senate. (Newsmax)
Obamas no-more-bailout stance may be tested Sep 15, 2009
The banks would face stricter supervision from the Federal Reserve a proposal that faces stiff opposition from senators, including Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. Banks with assets of more than $10 billion would pay more fees to regulators to finance the stepped-up oversight. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Report: FBI probing 'stolen' Jackie Kennedy note Sep 14, 2009
Christopher Dodd, Kennedy's closest friend, said from the Senate floor Thursday during a day of tributes to the late senator ... Christopher Dodd, Kennedy's closest friend, said from the Senate floor Thursday during a day of tributes to the late senator. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Obama seeking to revive push for financial reform in speech Sep 14, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. to remain in charge of the banking committee, rather than taking over as chairman of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, previously chaired by Sen. (Honolulu Advertiser)
On Financial Reform, Obama Collaborating with a Most Unlikely Senator Sep 14, 2009
Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd (D-CT), left, talks with Sen. Richard Shelby (R-AL) while hearing testimony from Federal Reserve Bank Chairman Ben Bernanke on July 22, 2009 in Washington, DC. Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images. (Time.com)
After Madoff, SEC Investigations to Get Tough Sep 12, 2009
"Because the SEC failed to do its job, Bernie Madoff stole $50 billion," said committee Chairman Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. Harry Markopolos, the Boston fraud investigator who repeatedly but fruitlessly gave the SEC warnings about Madoff, praised Kotz's recommendations in his first public comments on the report. (ABC News -- Business)
SEC Contrite About Missing Madoff, Vows Reforms Sep 11, 2009
By Rachelle Younglai September 10, 2009. WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Contrite U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission officials apologized for bungling five probes that should have uncovered Bernard Madoff's $65 billion fraud and pledged to overhaul the way the agency operates. (ABC News -- Wire)
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Ark. Sen. Lincoln new head of Senate ag committee Sep 10, 2009
Christopher Dodd of Connecticut will remain in charge of the banking committee and help Rep ... Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
9/8/2009, 9:33am A delicate situation Sep 9, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. who is currently chairman of the Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Source: Dodd rejects health panel chair Sep 9, 2009
Christopher Dodd has decided against succeeding his friend Edward Kennedy as chairman of the Senate panel focused overhauling the nation's health care system, a Senate aide confirmed Tuesday. Dodd's decision means that he will continue to lead the Senate's banking committee and focus his efforts on pushing through a major overhaul of federal banking regulations. (MSNBC -- Politics)
WSJ: Obama to Endorse Public Plan in Speech... Sep 9, 2009
Christopher Dodd, who temporarily led the health committee when Mr. Kennedy was ill, has decided not to assume the permanent chairmanship and will stay at the Senate Banking Committee, according to people familiar with the matter. Sen. (The Drudge Report)
Health care to top lawmakers' lists Sep 6, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. He was a close Kennedy friend who could take the late senator's place as the chairman of the Senate health committee, which has approved a health-care bill similar to the House Democrats' version. (AZCentral -- News)
Legislators' Solitaire Playing Causes A National Stir Sep 5, 2009
Christopher Dodd, has sent a letter asking state Democratic legislative leaders to adopt a new rule banning the use of laptops and electronic BlackBerry devices during formal House and Senate sessions. "I hope you share with me the sense of outrage felt by the people of Connecticut over the embarrassing spectacle of Democratic legislators playing solitaire on laptop computers while important debate was taking place on the state budget," Foley wrote in a letter to House Speaker Christopher... (FOX61, CT)
* Buffets Berkshire cuts stake again in Moodys Corp Sep 5, 2009
The two firms, both based in New York, have been criticized by investors and lawmakers including Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher Dodd. They made a mistake that many, many people made, Buffett said at Berkshires May 2 annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Madoff probe botched Sep 3, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, said that panel has scheduled a hearing for Sept. 10 on Kotzs report, at which the inspector general is expected to testify. (MSNBC -- Business)
* Parties rejoin fight after Kennedy farewell Sep 1, 2009
But hed be annoyed if he thought Democrats were somehow going to retreat here as the party of his choice back because he no longer with us, Senator Christopher Dodd, a Democrat of Connecticut and Kennedy intimate, said on CNN.. Kennedy, who died Tuesday at age 77 after a battle with brain cancer, was put to rest on a hillside overlooking the nations capital, surrounded by his tightly knit family, near the graves of his slain brothers John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
US parties rejoin health fight after Kennedy farewell Aug 31, 2009
But he'd be annoyed if he thought Democrats were somehow going to retreat here as the party of his choice back because he no longer with us," Senator Christopher Dodd, a Democrat of Connecticut and Kennedy intimate, said on CNN. Kennedy, who died Tuesday at age 77 after a battle with brain cancer, was put to rest on a hillside overlooking the nation's capital, surrounded by his tightly-knit family, near the graves of his slain brothers John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy. Hundreds of people came... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Political Luminaries Pay Tribute To Kennedy Aug 30, 2009
His closest friend in the Senate, Democrat Christopher Dodd, of Connecticut, made note of the relationships he developed across the aisle, and singled out Hatch and McCain. "It is to their great credit that they so often supported Teddy's efforts. And, I say in some jest, it is to Teddy's great credit that he so rarely supported theirs," Dodd said to an eruption of laughter. (KCRA 3, CA)
Click to read:Kennedy Hailed as 'Greatest Legislator' Aug 30, 2009
my faithful servant". Your life was an inspiration to many. We thank you. by woeisme1 August 29, 2009 2:05 PM EDT So there you have it anti-Kennedy people from the right. Republicans and other people of all walks of life, in every station, praising Democrat Kennedy. One would think that would tell you something about the insidious remarks you have been posting about Kennedy, would'nt it? Like maybe it's okay to acknowledge Kennedy's greatness even if you're a republican? Like maybe you guys, are... (CBS News)
Comments on the death of Sen. Edward Kennedy Aug 29, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. No one could have known the man without admiring the passion and vigor he poured into a truly momentous life. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
McCain, Hatch to Pay Tribute to Kennedy Aug 29, 2009
John McCain, Orrin Hatch, John Kerry and Christopher Dodd; and niece Caroline Kennedy, daughter of President John F. Kennedy. Performances will include Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell singing Kennedy's favorite song, "The Impossible Dream" from the musical "Man of La Mancha," for which Mitchell was nominated for a Tony Award. (Newsmax)
Arlington National Cemetery Prepares for Kennedy's Burial Aug 29, 2009
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Tributes paid at Kennedy memorial Aug 29, 2009
Speakers included Vice-President Joe Biden; Senators John McCain, Orrin Hatch, John Kerry and Christopher Dodd; and niece Caroline Kennedy, daughter of President John F Kennedy. Also present was Arnold Schwarzenegger, Republican governor of California and former Hollywood actor who married into the Kennedy family. (BBC News)
"Pay czar" no stranger to big paychecks Aug 29, 2009
The recipients include Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and Christopher Dodd, chairman of the Senate Banking Committee. He also serves on the boards of a series of non-profits, including the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation, Human Rights First, the Washington National Opera, and RAND Institute for Civil Justice. (India Times)
Click to read:Family, Political Luminaries Honor Kennedy Aug 29, 2009
John McCain, Orrin Hatch, John Kerry and Christopher Dodd; and niece Caroline Kennedy, daughter of President John F. Kennedy ... His closest friend in the Senate, Democrat Christopher Dodd, of Connecticut, noted the friendships he made across the aisle, and singled out Hatch and McCain. (CBS News)
Kennedy will be buried near brothers Aug 28, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. He recalled his own recent cancer surgery, the death of his sister and other personal crises through the years. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Democrats want health reform to be Kennedy's legacy Aug 28, 2009
Senator Christopher Dodd, a Democrat who shepherded a health reform measure through Senator Kennedy's Health, Education, Labor and Pension Committee, said he hoped his colleague's death ''would remind people to calm down'' and debate ''in more civil tones about what needs to be done, because that's what Teddy would do. Senator Kennedy, who died after a 15-month struggle with brain cancer, was praised by Democrats and Republicans for his ability to bridge partisan divides. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Kennedy mourned near, far Aug 27, 2009
I lost my best friend in the Senate, said Senator Christopher Dodd, a Connecticut Democrat, echoing the sense of loss expressed by colleagues, friends, and others whose lives he touched. Kennedy s raspy, roaring voice played on a loop of speeches shown throughout the day on cable news stations. (Boston Globe)
Capuano: 'Not the day' to talk about interest in Kennedy seat Aug 27, 2009
Christopher Dodd, during a televised press conference in Connecticut, said his longtime friend, the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, had remained active as he battled brain cancer until Tuesday. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Republican leaders join Democrats in mourning and praising Kennedy Aug 27, 2009
Christopher Dodd, a Connecticut Democrat who visited Kennedy on Cape Cod this summer to discuss health care overhaul strategy, said, "I'm not sure America has ever had a greater senator, but I know for certain that no one has had a greater friend than I and so many others did in Ted Kennedy.". Former President Jimmy Carter, who beat out Kennedy for the 1980 Democratic presidential nomination, spoke of Kennedy during a visit Wednesday to the West Bank town of Ramallah. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Comments on the death of Sen. Edward Kennedy Aug 27, 2009
Christopher Dodd, D-Conn. No one could have known the man without admiring the passion and vigor he poured into a truly momentous life. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
More of this story Aug 27, 2009
Christopher Dodd, perhaps Edward Kennedy s closest friend in the Senate, says Kennedy was a hero to the downtrodden ... Christopher Dodd, a Connecticut Democrat who visited Kennedy on Cape Cod this summer to discuss strategy on the health care overhaul, said he would miss his friend for the rest of his time in Congress. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Republicans join Democrats in mourning Kennedy Aug 27, 2009
Christopher Dodd, a Connecticut Democrat who visited Kennedy on Cape Cod this summer to discuss strategy on the health care overhaul, said he would miss his friend for the rest of his time in Congress. I'm not sure America has ever had a greater senator, but I know for certain that no one has had a greater friend than I and so many others did in Ted Kennedy,'' Dodd said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)