Russell Vought, now the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, has directed staff to halt new rules, suspend effective dates of final rules, and cease new investigations. Vought, committed to implementing President Trump’s policies, issued directives to stop enforcement actions, investigations, public communications, and supervision activities at the CFPB. Additionally, Vought requested no funding for the CFPB’s third quarter of fiscal year 2025, stating that the bureau’s current balance is excessive.
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Dangerous heat continues for over 80 million Americans
A dangerous heat wave is impacting the U.S., with feels-like temperatures reaching the 90s and 100s, particularly in the Midwest and Southeast; St. Louis could see temperatures up to 114 degrees. Extreme heat warnings are in effect from South Carolina to Nebraska, while fire weather alerts are also issued in parts of the West as ongoing wildfires face increased risk. Want More Context? 🔎
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