Geithner's Tax Questions May Not Cost Him Senators Willing to Hear Nominee Out

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Washington -- Timothy Geithner appears headed toward Senate confirmation as Treasury secretary even as public opinion builds against him for failing to pay some of his taxes.

Geithner, whose department would oversee the IRS, failed to pay at least $34,000 in payroll taxes. The recent disclosure has provided fodder for late-night comedians, sparked newspaper editorials questioning the nomination and fanned the passions of TV and radio commentators.

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Geithner's Tax Questions May Not Cost Him Senators Willing to Hear Nominee Out

Senators and even House members, who don't play a role in the confirmation process, are reporting a smattering of phone calls from angry constituents ex...

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