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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

Not so stable GENIUS gets stumped
A Senate Republican effort to force Democrats’ hand on stablecoin reform faced bipartisan opposition, falling far short of the 60 votes needed to move ahead.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Senate GOP asks for leap of faith on stablecoin bill
Senate Republican Leadership is plunging ahead with a procedural vote on the GENIUS Act despite a lack of legislative text just minutes before.
The Vault Finance + Economy
The SALT Republicans have more leverage than you think
It’s time to talk about SALT and why we think that New York, New Jersey and California Republicans have more leverage than others think.
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The Vault: Stablecoin deal is in reach
A group of key lawmakers convened in the office of Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott this morning, and they’re expected to meet again tonight.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Maxine Waters’ crypto walkout splits Democrats
Rep. Maxine Waters led a walkout of a joint hearing between the two panels focused on the regulation of crypto markets.
The Vault Finance + Economy
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