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Finding Aid

2014-0048-F: Records on Lehman Brothers from September 11, 2008 to September 15, 2008

Scope and Content

The materials in FOIA 2014-0048-F are a selective, not necessarily inclusive, body of documents responsive to the topic of the FOIA. Researchers should consult the archivist about related materials.

FOIA 2014-0048-F contains material related to Lehman Brothers from September 11, 2008 to September 15, 2008.

This FOIA primarily contains articles, internet printouts and printed emails seen by President George W. Bush during September 2008 and early October 2008. Also included are internet printouts from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) websites. Electronic records consist of talking points, summaries of media coverage regarding Lehman Brothers, financial reports from corporations, statements from the Department of Treasury and the SEC, and requests for comment from the media. Additionally, one will find market briefings, market updates, and news headlines from the Department of Treasury and the New York Federal Reserve Bank. Also included are general discussions of Lehman Brothers and the markets in relation to articles and news media reports.

Extent

2 folders, approximately 46 pages / 610 assets

Provenance

Official records of George W. Bush's presidency are housed at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum and administered by the National Archives and Records Administration under the provisions of the Presidential Records Act.

Folders and Documents

Records Management, White House Office of

Subject Files - PP (Presidential Personal)

Staff Member Office Files

Council of Economic Advisers - Edelberg, Wendy