Trump Is Poised to Dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Briefly

The CFPB, designed to protect consumers from corporate abuse, faces challenges as Republicans aim to impose restrictions amid its current aggressive consumer protections under Rohit Chopra.
Despite Trump's recent election victory, the CFPB under Chopra has remained proactive, announcing plans to regulate major digital payment platforms like Apple and PayPal.
Republican leaders plan to use their control of Congress and the White House to limit the authority of the CFPB, aligning with financial institutions against consumer protections.
Trump’s first administration was accused of undermining the mission of the CFPB, yet the agency continues its efforts to address issues like medical debt and junk fees.
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