What dpes the The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insures?

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insures deposits in member banks and savings associations in the United States. This insurance protects depositors by covering their accounts up to $250,000 per depositor, per insured bank, for each account ownership category. It primarily safeguards checking accounts, savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit. The FDIC aims to maintain public confidence in the U.S. financial system by ensuring the safety of depositors' funds.