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Obama Side Steps Controversy in Warren Appointment

KCBS Jeff Bell Reporting

President Barack Obama has named one of Wall Street's top critics to oversee the newly created Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. KCBS anchor Jeff Bell spoke with POLITICO.com senior editor David Mark, who says the selection of Elizabeth Warren to advise the agency is expected to appease the liberal left, while also avoiding resistance from conservatives.

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