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Trump Administration Orders Shutdown Of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Trump administration directs CFPB to halt operations, raising concerns about consumer protection efforts.

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Plaid has boomed since its failed $5.3 billion Visa merger. Now its CEO is predicting a fintech summer

How will the chaotic environment in D.C. impact the financial technology sector?

Fortune

The Flip-Side to CFPB v. CFSAA: What if the Director Requests $0 in appropriations?

Congress has no role in funding the CFPB. The Director can request as much as is "reasonably necessary." What if he decides that amount is $0?

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CFPB Headquarters In DC Closed For Undisclosed Reasons

CFPB headquarters in DC closed for a week without explanation after leadership changes. Employees instructed to work remotely. Elon Musk's tweet and govern...

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Republican Sen. Bill Hagerty Defends Cease Work Order For CFPB

Republican Sen. Bill Hagerty defends cease work order for CFPB and supports closing USAID for national security alignment.

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'CFPB RIP!' Russell Vought Halts Key Bureau Activities

The agency's website displays an error message, and its X account has also been removed.

International Business Times

Russell Vought Appointed Acting Director Of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Elon Musk's team reportedly gained access to and deleted CFPB's X account, causing dismay and anger.

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"Debanking" dispute reaches Congress

Republicans held congressional hearings on crypto industry claims that traditional banks won't serve them

Salon

The Hughes Court Repudiated FDR In Humphrey's Executor, and the Roberts Court Will Repudiate Trump by Maintaining Humphrey's Executor

The separation of politics, not the separation of powers, will decide Wilcox v. Trump.

Reason

Medical debt reforms threatened by Trump pause on new regulations

Treasury secretary paused all work at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, agency that was enacting reform

The Guardian - US

Trump administration pauses work of consumer watchdog and names Scott Bessent as acting head

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been a target of Republicans for years

The Independent UK

Consumer agency is latest Trump purge

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has begun freezing work at the federal agency

Salon

Treasury Secretary Bessent Named Acting Director Of CFPB

Scott Bessent appointed as acting director of CFPB following Chopra's termination. Analysts speculate on potential shifts in agency's approach under new le...

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Chopra's CFPB exit comes as lawmakers mull changes to its structure - Roll Call

The departure of the CFPB director comes as congressional Republicans look at changes to the agency and Democrats defend it.

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Trump Fires Director of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Who Sued Nation's Biggest Banks

Rohit Chopra, the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), was abruptly fired by President Donald Trump Saturday morning.

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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra Steps Down

Rohit Chopra resigns as CFPB Director, sparking discussions on agency's future direction and next leader. CFPB faces transition period amidst evolving fina...

Roll Call

Trump firings tee up broader legal clash over congressional power - Roll Call

President Donald Trump’s firings sets up another major legal clash over Congress’ power to put limits on the removal of federal officials.

Reason

Abolish the CFPB

This rogue agency stifles innovation, drives up costs, and infantilizes consumers—all while operating without accountability.

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Trump's Surprising Decision To Keep Consumer Watchdog In Place

Rohit Chopra's unexpected retention as head of CFPB under Trump administration raises speculation and anticipation.

Fortune

The CFPB is investigating credit card interest rates

The CFPB is investigating credit APRs, and it wants consumers to comment on their rates, terms, and conditions.

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CFPB Director Rohit Chopra's Job Status Uncertain Under Trump

CFPB director Chopra faces uncertainty under Trump administration amidst consumer-focused initiatives. Balancing pro-business agenda with consumer protecti...

Reason

Trump's Tech Love Affair Won't Last

Let's enjoy it while we can?

Fortune

Banking giant Capital One restores service after days-long blackout

Capital One had a major service outage last week that left many without access to their accounts. Now, it also faces a lawsuit from CFPB.

Fortune

Will Trump kill the CFPB? What you need to know

The CFPB is widely seen as a key ally of American consumers, but critics say it costs too much and stifles innovation.

Fortune

With Trump 2.0, the balance of power shifts from banks to Silicon Valley

What the new administration could mean for financial technology—and beyond.

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