Russell Vought assumed the role of acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Friday night, following his confirmation by the US Senate to lead the Office of Management and Budget. This transition occurred as officials from the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, reportedly deleted the banking watchdog's X account.
According to a source familiar with the matter, the DOGE team, under Musk's leadership, was granted administrative access to various CFPB systems. This access included the content management system, back-end systems for the bureau's website, and the active directory of personnel.
Elon Musk, known for his active presence on social media, tweeted 'CFPB RIP' with a tombstone emoji on Friday afternoon. Subsequently, the DOGE team took control of the CFPB's X account and proceeded to delete it on Friday night.
The source described the atmosphere within the CFPB as one of dismay and anger following these events. Requests for comments from both the White House and the CFPB regarding this situation went unanswered.
