States May Probe National Banks For Discrimination

by Lisa Chow, NPR

The Supreme Court has ruled on a case that pitted state attorneys general against national banks and their federal regulator. The court ruled that states may enforce their own fair-lending laws against national banks — if they go through the courts. Proponents say it's a big win for consumers.

Lisa Chow reports for member station WNYC.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, June 30, 2009