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'Cruel and Callous': Vought Gets an Earful from House Democrats

Also, Warren spars with Warsh over Fed 'corruption'; SEC's long-awaited e-delivery proposal coming soon

Jul 15, 2026
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During his 17 months at the helm of the CFPB, Russell Vought largely operated in the shadows, eschewing public appearances as he worked to dismantle the agency. Today, the acting director finally sat for questions in front of the House Financial Services Committee. He was met with pent-up fury.

The OMB chief sat stoically at the witness table as Democrat…

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