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Judge blocks Trump’s plans for mass layoffs at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s plans to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. President Trump had planned to slash nearly 90% of the workforce at the bureau, which works to safeguard against fraud, abuse, and deceptive practices, claiming the agency has overstepped its authority.
Apr 18, 2025 (00:30)
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