Does the Government Know How the Money is Being Spent?

Yes and no. The first $200 billion or so disappeared into the banks. The money improved their balance sheets, but most banks refused to reveal how they used the cash. TARP funds that went to automakers, consumer loans and mortgage modifications are easier to track.

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