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07/11/2017: The Fed could have a new top banking regulator

The Trump administration has selected Randal Quarles, a former Treasury official, to be the Fed's vice chairman for bank supervision. On today's show, we'll talk about what the position entails and why it's such a significant one. Afterwards, we'll discuss the resources it takes to combat California's wildfires, and then look at an increase in "financial wellness" programs offered by companies to their employees.

The Trump administration has selected Randal Quarles, a former Treasury official, to be the Fed’s vice chairman for bank supervision. On today’s show, we’ll talk about what the position entails and why it’s such a significant one. Afterwards, we’ll discuss the resources it takes to combat California’s wildfires, and then look at an increase in “financial wellness” programs offered by companies to their employees. 

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07/11/2017: The Fed could have a new top banking regulator