Trump appoints Scott Bessent as acting director of CFPB after firing Chopra.

From CNBC: 2025-02-03 11:28:33

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, aiming to advance Trump’s economic agenda. Stay tuned for updates.

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