Federal Regulation
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Treasury Defense of DOGE in Payment System Raises Skepticism
By Melanie WaddellThe Treasury secretary's response "raises more questions than answers,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren says.
February 04, 2025
RFK Jr. Clears Senate Committee, Heads to Full Vote to Lead HHSThe committee voted along party lines; 14 Republicans voted to support him, while 13 Democrats did not.
February 04, 2025
Apex Clearing to Pay $3.2M Over Securities Lending Program"Customers were exposed to risks but did not receive any of the borrowing fee," FINRA says.
February 03, 2025
Acting CFPB Head Bessent Pauses Rules and LitigationThe move comes after the Trump administration fired Rohit Chopra, who had actively fined several large banks.
February 03, 2025
Trump Signs Executive Action to Create Sovereign Wealth FundThe fund could be used to facilitate the sale of TikTok, which is still operating in the U.S.
February 03, 2025
DOGE Access to Social Security Payments Raises AlarmSen. Ron Wyden is fuming over news that Elon Musk's team has access to Treasury's payment systems.
February 03, 2025
Trump Tariffs Will Backfire: Greg ValliereTrump is overplaying his hand, "needlessly making enemies for life," says the AGF Investments policy strategist.
January 31, 2025
Advisor Pleads Guilty to Taking $17M From Clients, Including His AuntScott Mason, former Rubicon Wealth Management president, could face up to 80 years in prison.