Terrorist Attacks in Tel Aviv and the West Bank
The United States strongly condemns today’s terrorist attacks in the West Bank and Tel Aviv. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims’ families and loved ones, and wish a…
CFPB Wins Final Judgment Against Morgan Drexen for Illegal Debt-Relief Scheme
Court Rules that Morgan Drexen and Walter Ledda Charged Illegal Upfront Fees and Deceived Consumers WASHINGTON, D.C. — At the request of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a federal district…
International Roma Day – United States Department of State
On behalf of the United States, I extend best wishes to Roma everywhere on this annual commemorative day when we celebrate the rich culture, language, and heritage of Roma globally,…
Secretary Blinken’s Call with United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed
The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke yesterday with UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin…
CFPB Report Highlights High Rate of Debt Collection Complaints From Servicemembers and Their Families
CFPB Enforcement Actions Returned Over $5 Million to Servicemembers in 2015 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released an annual report today from the Office of Servicemember…
CFPB Rule Broadens Qualified Mortgage Coverage of Lenders Operating in Rural and Underserved Areas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today issued an interim final rule that broadens the availability of certain special provisions for small creditors that operate in rural…
Secretary Blinken’s Trip to the United Kingdom, Ireland, Vietnam, and Japan
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to the United Kingdom, Ireland, Vietnam, and Japan, April 11-18, 2023. Secretary Blinken will travel to Hanoi, Vietnam to advance key discussions…
CFPB Issues Advisory and Report for Financial Institutions on Preventing Elder Financial Abuse
One in Five Older Americans Report Being Victims of Financial Exploitation WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today issued an advisory and a report with recommendations for…
CFPB Monthly Complaint Snapshot Examines Debt Collection Complaints
Report Also Includes Look at Consumer Complaints from Florida WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released its latest monthly consumer complaint snapshot, highlighting consumer complaints related…
Renewal of the Charter for the Shipping Coordinating Committee
The Department of State renewed the Charter of the Shipping Coordinating Committee this month for another two years. Established in 1958, the Committee provides a forum for members of government…