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When Lobbyists Literally Write The Bill

Lobbyists for Citigroup, one of the country's largest banks, offered lawmakers draft language for a bill that was obtained by <em>New York Times</em> and <em>Mother Jones</em> reporters. And 70 of the 85 lines in the final House bill reflected Citigroup's recommendations. (AP)
Lobbyists for Citigroup, one of the country's largest banks, offered lawmakers draft language for a bill that was obtained by New York Times and Mother Jones reporters. And 70 of the 85 lines in the final House bill reflected Citigroup's recommendations. (AP)

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