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Senators criticize Bernanke at Banking Committee hearing

WASHINGTON - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke yesterday defended the central bank's record and argued for preserving its regulatory powers, but lawmakers in both parties criticized him and the Fed for lapses that contributed to the financial crisis.

Bernanke is expected to win a second term as chairman, but the confirmation hearing before the Senate Banking Committee provided new evidence...

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