Rep. Maxine Waters Defends FDIC Chair Following Sexual Harassment Report

Thursday, 9 May 2024, 17:03

Rep. Maxine Waters has shown support for FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg amidst a third-party sexual harassment investigation at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Waters criticized the investigation for unfairly targeting the current Democratic leader and not adequately addressing past Republican predecessors. The report highlighted cultural deficiencies at the FDIC and the need for policy changes to enhance workplace culture, especially in combating sexual harassment.

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Maxine Waters' Support for FDIC Chair

The top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, Rep. Maxine Waters, defended FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg amid a third-party investigation into sexual harassment and misconduct at the agency.

Waters Criticizes Investigation

She argued that the investigation disproportionately focused on the current Democratic leader and overlooked past Republican Chairs.
Highlighted the report's findings of cultural deficiencies at the FDIC and the urgent need for policy changes.

Overall, Waters' backing of Gruenberg has sparked controversy within the committee, with calls for his resignation from some members.

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