Federal Appeals Court Rules CFPB Funding Unconstitutional – Impact of Supreme Court Decision
A federal appeals court has ruled that the source of funding for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is unconstitutional. The CFPB is a government agency that was created in response to the 2008 financial crisis. The agency is tasked with protecting consumers from unfair and deceptive practices in the financial industry.
The CFPB is funded by the Federal Reserve, which is an independent agency. The appellate court ruled that the CFPB's structure violates the separation of powers because it gives the agency too much power. The CFPB can only be overturned by a vote of Congress, and the agency's director can only be removed for cause.
The decision will likely be appealed to the Supreme Court. If the Supreme Court upholds the ruling, it could have a major impact on the CFPB's authority.