Two interest groups are competing for influence in Congress. One group represents banking institutions, while the other advocates for consumer protections. A critic of the influence of interest groups would make which claims?

The banking interest group likely has greater financial resources and access to policy makers than the consumer protection group.

Explanation:An interest group or advocacy group is a body which uses various forms of advocacy in order to influence public opinion and/or policy. Interest group may also refer to: ... Special interest group, a group of individuals sharing specialist knowledge.

Consumer Protection stops unfair, deceptive and fraudulent business practices by: collecting complaints and conducting investigations. suing companies and people that break the law. developing rules to maintain a fair marketplace.

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