Initially the domestic Chinese companies received a 5% weighting in the index even though the stated methodology called for a 40% weighting.[17] While MSCI is the last major index provider to include the companies, the decision has proved controversial, sparking criticism and questions from Senator Marco Rubio.[18][19][20] In February 2019, The Wall Street Journal reported the decision was the result of pressure from the Chinese government.[21] In March 2019, CNBC reported that MSCI would quadruple the weightings of mainland Chinese shares in its global benchmarks.[22][23]