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US consumer watchdog cases in limbo following agency's idling


Published on 2025-02-11 13:21:11 - Reuters
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  • The Trump administration's idling of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) left in limbo significant cases the agency brought against companies and large financial firms in the waning days of President Joe Biden's time in office.

The article from Reuters discusses the current state of the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) following a Supreme Court decision that has left the agency's leadership structure in limbo. The CFPB, which was created to protect consumers from predatory financial practices, has seen its enforcement actions and rule-making processes stalled due to uncertainty over the constitutionality of its funding mechanism. This situation has led to a backlog of consumer complaints and a pause in new regulations, with several cases now in a state of uncertainty. The article highlights concerns from consumer advocates about the potential weakening of consumer protections, while industry groups argue that the CFPB's previous aggressive stance needed reevaluation. The Supreme Court's decision to review the case could potentially reshape the agency's operations, affecting how it can enforce consumer financial laws moving forward.

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[ https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-consumer-watchdog-cases-limbo-following-agencys-idling-2025-02-10/ ]