In a surprising turn, Judge Mark Pittman, a Trump appointee, sided against banks' venue choice, stating the case should be heard in Washington, not Texas.
The case highlights Texas's role in legal challenges against the federal government, often favoring conservative legal arguments; however, venue must adhere to specific rules.
Judge Pittman emphasized that 'venue is not a continental breakfast; you cannot pick and choose on a plaintiffs' whim,' asserting jurisdictional integrity.
This legal maneuvering underscores a broader struggle between state and federal regulations, especially as the CFPB's new rule aims to limit credit card late fees.
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