deal primarily with the europeans and european money because the u.s. says it is a european problem. we think our direct exposure is modest and we think that we have the tools to take measures, if necessary, if there is any indirect exposure. reporter: in the way the united states has supported a bid of the bailout, the top supporter of the international monetary fund which has already played a role in the bailouts here and they are now talking at the g-20 about an extended role for the i.m.f. but nothing is confirmed. neil: be dry and safe. the white house bristling over suggestions the president s influence is diminished because of budget problems we have at home. this is why wisconsin republican senator ron john son says we need to discuss our mounting