CNN 5 Things Musk targets CFPB, a notable flu season, JFK assassination records discovered & more
Feb 11, 2025
Elon Musk's controversial access to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau raises eyebrows amid a significant power shake-up. Flu season reports show hospitalizations at a 15-year high, prompting discussions on health strategies. Tensions brew over the Federal Reserve's role in interest rate decisions amidst political pressures. Meanwhile, the FBI unveils thousands of newly discovered records related to JFK's assassination, shedding light on a case that continues to captivate the public.
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CFPB Under Scrutiny
- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is under scrutiny by the Trump administration, with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency gaining access to its systems.
- This access led to the CFPB's acting director halting work and resignations, raising concerns about consumer protection in the financial sector.
Trump Targets FEMA
- President Trump criticized FEMA on Truth Social, accusing the agency of mismanaging disaster relief and suggesting its termination.
- This follows scrutiny of the CFPB, indicating a broader pattern of targeting government agencies.
Bannon's Second Conviction
- Steve Bannon pleaded guilty to a state felony for defrauding donors in a border wall fundraising scheme, receiving a conditional discharge.
- This is Bannon's second felony conviction, following his contempt of Congress conviction related to the January 6th investigation.