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"For tens of millions of Americans, balancing the budget is like walking a tightrope," said @ChiChiWu8. "The Trump administration is just throwing them off." #ProtectConsumers #MedicalDebt #CreditReports @NPR npr.org/sections/shots…
“The court’s decision to allow #MedicalDebt on #CreditReports — along with the restart of #StudentLoan payments — raises the risk of a widespread drop in credit scores with possible ripple effects throughout the #Economy,” @AdamRust9 said. washingtonpost.com/business/2025/…
The agency has been wildly successful in protecting consumers, and its work is extremely popular. But the #CFPB’s indispensable work standing up to powerful corporate interests has been under constant attack by the current administration. @RealBankReform ourfinancialsecurity.org/2025/07/doddfr…
BREAKING HUGE WIN! 🚨 New York just announced that phone calls will soon be FREE in New York prisons, bringing around $13 million in relief annually to incarcerated people and their families. The new policy is expected to go into effect on August 1st. Spread the news!
“Blocking license renewals for unpaid tolls and other debts unrelated to road safety is a harmful and onerous burden,” said @LizBreadon. “... people are forced off the road simply because they can’t pay in full.” #ProtectConsumers #mapoli @DavisVanguard davisvanguard.org/2025/07/boston…
“There is no clarity on which – if any – consumer protection laws on payments will apply to #ProtectConsumers who fall prey to #crypto fraud and scams... These bills benefit only crypto-billionaires and large corporate actors." nclc.org/president-trum…
The proposed rule attacking enforcement efforts that punish lawbreakers shows that current #CFPB leadership are not on the side of working people harmed by companies that illegally steal their money. #ProtectConsumers #HandsOffCFPB nclc.org/proposed-rule-…
The #CFPB was pursuing Zelle after users lost over $870 million to fraud and identity theft. But the Trump administration dropped the case. The message? Big banks and #fintechs can leave consumers exposed to scams w/o consequence. #ProtectConsumers youtube.com/live/PFypIMmFl…
Watch now: @DennisKelleher testifying at @USHouseFSC @FinancialCmte hearing “Dodd-Frank Turns 15: Lessons Learned and the Road Ahead." financialservices.house.gov/calendar/event…
“No #subscription business model should be structured to profit from a gauntlet-style cancellation process,” said @ErinWitteCFA , Director of Consumer Protection for the Consumer Federation of America apnews.com/article/click-…
Today, a @FinancialCmte subcommittee hearing takes on the Dodd Frank Act & #CFPB, the latest in the scheme to gut the top consumer watchdog -- the only agency dedicated to working to #ProtectConsumers from scams, rip-offs, and discrimination. #HandOffCFPB youtube.com/live/PFypIMmFl…
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Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has slashed funding for the CFPB, leaving Americans vulnerable to predatory, dishonest corporations. "It was already David and Goliath. This just makes the situation worse. Now you have half a David," says Chi Chi Wu of @NCLC4consumers
Systemic barriers prevent Black borrowers from the resources they need to avoid debt and build wealth. #StudentDebt
NCLC's Lauren Saunders discusses the risks for the growing number of people who use BNPL to buy everyday items, such as groceries, gasoline, and food delivery services.
💸 BNPL is booming—but are these “free” short-term loans really a smart move? Hear from experts at @bankrate & @NCLC4consumers on how Buy Now, Pay Later works, its risks, & how to use it wisely on @MyConsumerpedia. Listen here 🎧 hubs.ly/Q03wH5340 #personalfinance
NFHA's urging Congress to fully fund the Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP)! FHIP cuts would eliminate critical #fairhousing funding & protections to seniors, vets & others in securing housing free of discrimination. Join the fight! Sign the petition chng.it/TS2tG5y7CZ
Thank you @LizBreadon @ben4district6 @Santana4Boston & Boston City Council for supporting the Road to Opportunity Act to end debt-based driving restrictions @bostonlegalaid @aclu_mass @CPCSnews nclc.org/boston-city-co…
The Boston City Council adopted a resolution in support of ending debt-based driving restrictions. “We’re grateful to the Boston City Council for backing this commonsense legislation" -- NCLC's Caroline Cohn @mapoli nclc.org/boston-city-co…