What is it called when hank paulson puts the members of congress in a room and tells them to write him a blank check? Somehow, I don't really think 'we the peo

What is it called when hank paulson puts the members of congress in a room and tells them to write him a blank check? Somehow, I don't really think 'we the people' are running things, or ever have. Anyway, this is a great thread on all sides.