Ferguson's argument in favor of deregulating the banking system isn't worth a hoot. Consider this: Ferguson is a banker himself, and if banks are deregulated, he will earn millions.
A) Red herring.
B) No fallacy.
C) Straw man.
D) Tu quoque (you, too).
E) Argument against the person, circumstantial.

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The argument attacks Ferguson's position by pointing out his personal interest in the outcome rather than addressing the merits of his argument. This is an example of an ad hominem circumstantial fallacy, where the argument is dismissed based on the circumstances or personal situation of the individual making the argument, rather than on its merits.

Ferguson's Argument in Favor of Deregulating the Banking System Isn't