The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed a lawsuit Monday against a Maryland company that allegedly targeted victims of lead paint poisoning and got them to sign away future settlement payments for immediate cash at a deep discount.

Employees at the Treasury Department's Office of Financial Research have raised concerns about racial discrimination and dysfunction at the agency, according to internal documents and videos posted online.

The EMV migration has been sluggish, but it's a vital part of protecting cardholders.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has rolled back some of the relief from regulatory restrictions on corporate activities afforded Wells Fargo under federal law before its recent troubles.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has formally appealed an October court ruling that undercut the agency's independent status, arguing that the decision laid out a theory of separation of powers without precedent in case law or the Constitution.

Sen. Sherrod Brown, the top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, sharply criticized Wells Fargo on Friday for failing to respond to questions about the phony-accounts scandal, including when the board and top executives first learned of the illegal sales practices.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has formally appealed an October court ruling that undercut the agency's independent status, arguing that the decision laid out a theory of separation of powers without precedent in case law or the Constitution.

Sen. Jeff Sessions is one of the marijuana industry's staunchest foes. He could upend efforts by the Obama administration to persuade credit unions and banks that it is safe to work with cannabis firms.

Sen. Jeff Sessions is one of the marijuana industry's staunchest foes. He could upend efforts by the Obama administration to persuade banks that it is safe to work with cannabis firms.

CUNA COO Rich Meade says there are plenty of opportunities for credit unions to work with the new president and Congress to advance regulatory reform and other priorities.

A round of deregulation could loosen restrictions on emerging payment types and technology.

The Independent Community Bankers of America have asked a federal judge to reject a motion by the National Credit Union Administration petitioning for the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by ICBA that challenges recent revisions to the agency's member business lending regulation.

WASHINGTON — Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., sharply criticized President-elect Donald Trump's transition team on Thursday, saying he has reneged on his promises to "drain the swamp" and instead has put "swamp monsters" in charge.

WASHINGTON — Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., sharply criticized President-elect Donald Trump's transition team on Thursday, saying he has reneged on his promises to "drain the swamp" and instead has put "swamp monsters" in charge.

Banks are butting heads with consumer groups and fintech firms over the need for new rules governing the use of financial data.

Progressive Democrats sent a letter to congressional leadership on Thursday urging them not to pass a budget bill that would reform the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and other components of the Dodd-Frank Act.

Banks already have a difficult time collecting data on mortgage lending to minorities. New data requirements scheduled to take effect in early 2018 could lead to even more mistakes — and financial penalties — not to mention higher compliance costs and longer delays in closing loans.

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen has promised to serve out her term heading the central bank until it expires in 2018, ending speculation that she could resign earlier and give President-elect Donald Trump another important appointment to make when he assumes office in January.

Regulator could assess premiums for the first time since 2010.

Carter Bank in Virginia had been enjoying record profit until it was ordered to beef up Bank Secrecy Act compliance. The institution is the latest community bank to take a hit from enhanced oversight.