Published 1/14/2009
by Domenico Montanaro
at First Read
From NBC's Ken StricklandThe confirmation hearing for Tim Geithner has been scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 21st before the Senate Finance Committee.
The committee chairman had hoped to hold the hearing this Friday, but because of at least one committee Republican objection, it was moved. If that objection is raised, the hearing could be held sooner.
So, for now, plan on the 21st....( read more )
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