In 1999, Congress repealed the 65 year old Glass-Steagall provisions, which required banks to separate investments and deposits. Critics allege this led to risky investment practices, and subsequently the 2008 financial crisis.
As Joe Biden is inaugurated as America's 46th President, browse his votes as a U.S. Senator
Felton became the first woman to serve in the Senate, for only 24 hours.
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