Save the CFPB

Protect our financial watchdog!


After the 2008 bank-fueled economic crash, consumers helped establish an independent financial watchdog to protect their money from predatory institutions and scammers.

Despite returning $21 billion to consumers in the past fifteen years, this watchdog is under attack. Congress and the current Administration have blocked – or are attempting to repeal – several pro-consumer protections.

It's vital that our representatives hear directly from
you to let them know you want a strong financial watchdog — not a big bank lapdog.

Contact your Representatives:

373,004 contacts made by Consumer Reports members


Consumer Rights Rights we've lost –

Credit card & bank overdraft fee limits
Data broker restrictions
Personal Financial Data Rights rule
❌ Medical debt credit reporting ban

What's more, 
the agency has changed directions, leaving consumers vulnerable to fraud and scams by slashing the budget and dramatically scaling back its oversight and enforcement actions.
The administration is trying to fire 90% of the CFPB workers dedicated to protecting your money. CFPB opponents in Congress are determined to slash its budget as part of the upcoming reconciliation package.

CR Members in Action

Consumer Reports Members have been showing up locally at their Congressional offices to make the case for strong consumer protections.

Here are some highlights from across the country.

Share Your Story

Hear how the CFPB has helped consumers like Barbara and Pete


Has our consumer financial watchdog helped you?


Your real-life stories will help us push Congress to stand up for a strong financial watchdog and tough, pro-consumer rules.

If you have issues with your bank or other financial products that you want to bring to the CFPB’s attention, please share them with us!

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