GAO details CFPB’s downsizing

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• The CFPB has downsized in the last 12 months, impacting consumers financially. • A Senate Democratic report estimates the changes have cost consumers $19 billion.

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Original Source Material

Two reports released Monday explored the scope of the CFPB’s downsizing in the last 12 months. A second one, by Senate Democrats, said the changes have cost consumers $19 billion.