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CFPB heads for supervision, enforcement announce resignations after stop-work order
The resignations add further to uncertainty at the CFPB, which has been targeted by trade groups and conservatives for years.CNBC - 1h -
Court dismisses case against Trump's co-defendants in documents probe
A federal appeals court granted the Justice Department's request to drop the case against two of President Trump's co-defendants in the Mar-a-Lago documents probe.CBS News - 2h -
CFPB Employees Left Stranded and Confused After Stop-Work Orders
Since the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued stop-work orders, employees have been trying to decipher exactly what they mean.The New York Times - 5h -
Acting CFPB Chief Closes HQ, Stops Supervision
The decision to shutter the office comes less than 24 hours after Trump’s acting CFPB chief suspended all activities.Inc. - 1d -
Shutting down CFPB 'begging for another financial crisis': Former director
Rohit Chopra, the former director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), argued Monday that shutting down the agency is “begging for another financial crisis,” as the Trump ...The Hill - 2h -
Senate Democrat: ‘Musk is about subverting Constitution’
Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) sharply criticized Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) leader Elon Musk for what he argued is “subverting the Constitution.” Wyden joined MSNBC’s Jen Psaki on Monday ...The Hill - 3h -
What's at stake for consumers as Trump officials target the CFPB
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s recent rules on overdraft and credit card late fees are in jeopardy, while others face an uncertain future.NBC News - 17h -
As Musk, Trump administration target CFPB, Democrats defend consumer watchdog
The agency is at a virtual standstill as Elon Musk's DOGE and the White House's Russell Vought take over.ABC News - 17h -
Warren on efforts to shutter CFPB: 'No one can fire the financial cops'
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on Monday accused the Trump administration of trying to shut down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to benefit tech billionaire Elon Musk's payment ...The Hill - 18h -
Warren: Reported effort to shutter CFPB 'another scam'
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on Monday slammed the Trump administration’s reported efforts to shutter the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) as “another scam.” “If you have a bank ...The Hill - 22h -
Shiffrin dealing with PTSD, won't defend GS title
Mikaela Shiffrin says she is dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder following a crash in November and will not defend her gold medal in giant slalom at the Alpine skiing world championships.ESPN - 22h -
Federal employees union files lawsuits over CFPB shutdown, DOGE access
A union representing employees across dozens of federal agencies filed two lawsuits on Sunday against the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.CBS News - 1d -
The Democratic Party is not dead yet
Democrats can’t ignore the Americans’ disillusionment with our political institutions. They need to offer a plausible and persuasive message of change.The Hill - 1d -
Senate Democrats launch portal for whistleblowers in Trump administration
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), the ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security Committee, said they are launching a portal for whistleblowers to ...The Hill - 1d -
Ange Postecoglou defends Tottenham players in wake of Villa FA Cup exit
Injury-hit side beaten 2-1 in fourth round at Villa Park ‘The players are tired. They have been outstanding’ Ange Postecoglou made a passionate defence of his injury‑ravaged Tottenham squad ...The Guardian - 1d -
‘Maybe they deserve to be a bit lucky’: Slot defends lineup after Plymouth loss
Liverpool manager rests senior players for later in season Muslic’s ‘biggest moment yet to come’ in league survival Arne Slot defended his team selection after a weakened Liverpool lineup was ...The Guardian - 1d -
Rep. Hern defends delay on House budget proposal
Rep. Kevin Hern (R-Okla.), chair of the House Republican Policy Committee, on Sunday defended Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for the delay in unveiling a budget resolution. In an interview on ...The Hill - 2d -
Democratic senator: We are on ‘the cusp’ of a constitutional crisis
Democratic Senator Andy Kim (N.J.) argued that his party is ready to take a stand against PResident Trump’s recent actions and believes the United States is on “the cusp” of a constitutional ...The Hill - 2d -
Noem defends Musk’s access to personal data
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended tech billionaire Elon Musk’s access to sensitive data housed within DHS’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), saying he’s ...The Hill - 2d -
Waltz defends USAID funding freeze, Musk influence
President Trump’s National Security Adviser Mike Waltz defended the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) funding freeze and tech billionaire Elon Musk’s influence over the federal ...The Hill - 2d -
Jordan defends DOGE, Musk influence under Trump
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), a close ally of President Trump’s, defended tech billionaire Elon Musk’s efforts to reshape the government through the inaugural Department of Government Efficiency ...The Hill - 2d -
Vought seeks to halt actions at CFPB
Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought is quickly seeking to crack down on the activities of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), preventing it from drawing down more ...The Hill - 2d -
Du Plessis successfully defends middleweight belt in rematch with Strickland in UFC 312
Dricus Du Plessis didn’t like the way his first meeting with Sean Strickland ended in a split decision a little more than a year ago, so he made sure there was no doubt on Sunday at UFC 312 in SydneyABC News - 2d -
Rayner defends handling of Grenfell Tower meeting
The deputy PM tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg that she doesn't feel she was "aggressive" during the meeting.BBC News - 2d -
CFPB Workers Protest New Leadership
Russell Vought is now at the helm of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.Inc. - 2d -
Russell Vought, CFPB's new acting head, issues directives to halt parts of bureau activity
Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought issued a series of directives to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau employees Saturday night in his new capacity as the bureau's acting ...NBC News - 2d -
Democratic Lawmakers Denied Entry to the Department of Education
It was the fourth agency this week that federal employees blocked congressional Democrats from entering amid a push to shutter government agencies and dramatically cut the federal work force.The New York Times - 2d -
House Democrats denied entry into Department of Education building
Several Democratic lawmakers were denied access to the Department of Education on Friday. The Trump administration has made it clear that it seeks to abolish the department.NBC News - 2d -
Democrats call stop work order at CFPB 'illegal'
Democrats are calling on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to cancel his stop work order for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) after employees with Elon Musk’s Department of Government ...The Hill - 3d -
Democratic governors step forward to set the party's agenda
As President Donald Trump’s second administration takes shape in Washington, Democratic governors across the country are laying out their own plans for the year, with some using high-profile ...NBC News - 3d -
Democrats Take Aim at Elon Musk
It’s the first sign of unified opposition for a rudderless and leaderless Democratic Party.The New York Times - 3d -
This Is How Democrats Can Counter Elon Musk
Recklessness will not get us to a revitalized government, but neither will excessive caution and addiction to procedure.The New York Times - 3d -
House Democrats denied entry to the Department of Education
Democratic members of Congress were denied entry to the Department of Education for a meeting with acting Secretary Denise Carter when a security officer would not allow them inside.NBC News - 4d -
Wall Street Prepares to Defend Carried Interest, a Favored Tax Break, Again
President Trump called for ending the so-called carried interest loophole, which saves financiers billions. It’s a tax break that has survived time after time.The New York Times - 4d -
Andreessen Horowitz Defends Hiring Daniel Penny
Mr. Penny, who was acquitted after choking a mentally ill subway passenger who died, was hired to join the firm’s American Dynamism investment team.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump Trade Nominee Defends Plan to Reorder International Trade
Jamieson Greer advocated restructuring the international trading system and defended the president’s aggressive actions against Canada and Mexico as he testified before the Senate.The New York Times - 4d -
Oilers' Star Defender Doesn't Deserve The Hate
The Edmonton Oilers owe a lot of their success to this one player.Yahoo Sports - 4d
