President Donald Trump has appointed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau after firing former head Rohit Chopra. Bessent, a former hedge fund manager, will lead the CFPB until a permanent pick is named. Chopra, who was appointed by former President Joe Biden, clashed with the banking industry over regulations on fees before stepping down on Feb. 1.
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‘Do not travel’ warning issued after signal fault closes major train station
Passengers traveling to Leeds train station are experiencing significant disruptions due to a fault in the signalling system, leading to the closure of all railway lines and potential delays of up to two hours or cancellations. Major train operators, including CrossCountry, LNER, Northern, and TransPennine Express, have issued a "do not travel" warning as the station remains closed for the day. Want More Context? 🔎
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