The US Constitution does not explicitly mention the role of central banks or the establishment of a national banking system. This leaves a "hole" in the Constitution that could be interpreted in such a way as to allow central bankers to abuse the system.

One example of this is the creation of the Federal Reserve System in 1913, which is the central banking system of the United States. The Federal Reserve was established by an act of Congress, but some believe that the creation of such an institution goes beyond the constitutional powers of the federal government.

The Constitution gives Congress the power to coin money and regulate its value, but it does not specify how this should be done. This has allowed for the interpretation that Congress can delegate its power to a central bank like the Federal Reserve to manage the nation's money supply and regulate the economy.

Critics argue that the Federal Reserve's monetary policies have resulted in inflation and economic instability, and that its actions have been manipulated by powerful banking interests for their own benefit. This has led some to call for reform of the Federal Reserve or even abolition of the central banking system altogether.

In summary, the Constitutional "hole" on the issue of central banking has allowed for the interpretation of Congressional powers to delegate their responsibilities to central bankers. The possible abuse of this system by central bankers is subject to discussion and criticism, and has called for reforms to alleviate concerns.

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