Dozens of probationary employees at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) were served termination notices on Tuesday night, according to sources familiar with the matter. This action comes amidst a period of significant transition and uncertainty within the agency.
The Trump administration's directives have effectively halted the CFPB's operations, with employees instructed to refrain from engaging in any activities, including combating financial abuse. This move has left the consumer watchdog in a state of paralysis.