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Brendan Pedersen

Financial Services Reporter
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Brendan has covered the politics and influence of the financial services sector since 2018. Before launching Punchbowl News’ first policy vertical, The Vault, Brendan covered financial regulation and politics at the American Banker. Prior to that, he worked for Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, NBC News Chicago and Business Den in Colorado. Brendan has a three-legged cat named Eugene, so if you’re ever trying to get ahold of him, just ask for a picture.

Latest from Brendan Pedersen

Will Vought testify as acting CFPB director?
Congress has questions about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. It’s not clear whether the agency’s acting head will be invited to testify any time soon.
The Vault Policy
The ghost of Silicon Valley Bank returns
Congress has another big financial policy struggle burgeoning once lawmakers return in September. This one won’t have anything to do with crypto.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Big week for inflation figures ahead
Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell’s speech on the economic outlook from Jackson Hole, Wyo., was a bit of a personality test for investors.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Latest in Boston mayoral race
Josh Kraft, the son of billionaire New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, is running for mayor against Democratic incumbent Michelle Wu.
Campaigns
Tim Scott thanks crypto for toppling Brown
Speaking to an audience gathered for a crypto conference on Tuesday, Sen. Tim Scott thanked the sector for “getting rid” of former Sen. Sherrod Brown.
Senate
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