Money Minute: Bernanke, Chrysler and Rodeo

Chairman Ben Bernanke defends the Fed's response to the meltdown, Chrysler adds incentives and rodeos see increased attendance.

Bernanke: I Did Not Bully BofA to Buy Merrill

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has told Congress that he didn't pressure Bank of America into acquiring Merrill Lynch in a deal that ultimately cost taxpayers $20 billion.

Bernanke: Economy Should Grow Later in 2009

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke told Congress Tuesday that the economy should pull out of a recession and start growing again later this year, but warned that unemployment is expected to remain high.

Money Minute: Exec. Pay, Bernanke, Oil

Mortgage finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac plan to pay more than $210 million in bonuses through next year to give workers the incentive to stay in their jobs at the government-controlled companies.

Bernanke: Recession May End in '09

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has reassured Wall Street by telling Congress the recession might end this year.