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CFPB Ombudsman Quits, Says Bureau ‘Abandoned’ Consumers
August 28, 2018

Seth Frotman, an assistant director and student loan ombudsman for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), had some harsh words for acting CFPB Director Mick Mulvaney in his resignation letter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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CFPB Settles With Payday Lender Over Scam Fees
August 13, 2018

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced Friday (August 10) that it entered into a settlement agreement with Richard Moseley, Sr., Richard Moseley, Jr., and 20 interrelated corporate entities controlled by the two regarding payday loans. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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CFPB Relaxes Supervision Of Military Lenders
August 13, 2018

In a move that has surprised military families, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is planning to suspend routine examinations of lenders for violations of the Military Lending Act, which was designed to protect military service members and their families from financial fraud, predatory loans...

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New Survey Shows Vast Amount Of Americans Support CFPB
July 31, 2018

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) may be hated by Republicans and the Trump White House, but it turns out to have strong support among consumers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Trump CFPB Pick Questioned On Consumer Finance Experience
July 20, 2018

President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) held her own during intense questioning by Democratic Senators on Thursday (July 19). According to Reuters, Kathy Kraninger seems to be on track to secure a confirmation vote that could come this month....

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CFPB Names Paul Watkins From AZ AG Office As Innovation Head
July 19, 2018

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced that Paul Watkins, a lawyer, will lead the agency’s newly created Office of Innovation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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The CFPB Settles With National Credit Adjusters
July 16, 2018

The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection announced late last week it settled with the National Credit Adjusters, a private company, as well as its chief executive and part owner Bradley Hochstein. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Ex-CFPB Director, Raj Date, Helps Cryptos Remain Compliant
July 13, 2018

Raj Date, a former Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) deputy director turned venture capitalist, is launching a new firm that will consult cryptocurrency and digital banking companies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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CFPB’s Mulvaney Picks New Acting Deputy Director
July 10, 2018

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced that Brian Johnson, who currently serves as principal policy director at the Bureau, will assume the responsibilities of acting deputy director. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...