Picking the Brains of Economic Policy Advisers

After both presidential candidates met with their economic advisers yesterday and some Wall Street big wigs and former Treasury Secretary, we thought it would be wise to talk to both camps this morning about their discussions and what position both Sen. McCain and Sen. Obama have on yesterday's announced budget deficit.

On the Obama side, Jason Furman, Obama's economic policy director and on the McCain side, Nancy Pfotenhauer, McCain's senior adviser joined me. I have interviewed both camps and spoken to many of their advisors but I think today's interviews and the details surrounding each of their plans was as concrete as I have seen. I was impressed. In a small world story, Jason and I went to high school together. Jason's younger brother Jesse was one of my really good friends. The Furman family is a terrific bunch. Been to there place dozens of times as a kid. Happy to see their great success. Take a look.

Don't want to forget Dan Tarullo, another senior economic adviser to Sen. Obama who joined me on The Opening Bell. First question out of the box was about the planned meeting today between Sen. Obama and Fed Chairman Bernanke although Dan wouldn't agree to knowing the details of that meeting. You'll see. Take a look.