Judge reportedly leans toward pause in Trump’s actions to unwind the CFPB
A district court judge is reportedly weighing whether to issue a longer-term pause on DOGE-led efforts to wind down the CFPB.
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Federal judge orders release of DOGE operational records
The decision marks a significant victory for transparency advocates who seek insight into DOGE’s role in the federal workforce reductions and the dismantling of government agencies under the Trump administration.
Mutual of Omaha amends counterclaim against Longbridge Financial
Mutual of Omaha has fired back with an amended counterclaim in its lawsuit with Longbridge Financial over deceptive advertising allegations.
Appeals court affirms ruling that ‘no commingling’ is not an antitrust violation
Originally filed by REX in March 2021, the lawsuit alleges that changes made to Zillow’s website “unfairly hides certain listings, shrinking their exposure and diminishing competition among real estate brokers.”
CFPB dismisses TILA lawsuit against Vanderbilt Mortgage
The bureau dropped a case in which it accused the lender of granting borrowers “unaffordable loans” that caused some to lose their homes.
Texas Capital Bank enlists reverse mortgage expert’s opinion in Ginnie Mae lawsuit
The bank enlisted a former FOA executive to offer an expert report, but the judge says he needs to know the government’s perspective on it before moving ahead.
New Jane Doe files sexual assault suit against Alexander brothers
A woman claims she was drugged and raped by Tal and Alon Alexander at their shared residence in the summer of 2010.
Judge clears way for federal layoffs, including at the CFPB and VA
A judge cleared the path for mass layoffs of federal workers, including at the CFPB, by ruling against a Treasury Employees Union lawsuit.
Massachusetts AG sues Hometap over ‘illegal reverse mortgage’
Massachusetts’ attorney general alleges that Hometap’s equity investment product is deceptive and constitutes an “illegal” reverse mortgage. Hometap calls the suit “meritless.”
Fair housing nonprofit sues Scott Turner, HUD over ‘DEI’ orders
Three civil rights groups filed a lawsuit against President Trump and his administration over elimination of federal grants perceived as DEI.