February 11 2026

CFPB’s Integration of Enforcement Attorneys into Examinations Under Review

CFPB’s Integration of Enforcement Attorneys into Examinations Under Review

The Office of Inspector General's updated work plan for the CFPB includes an evaluation of the CFPB's practice of bringing enforcement attorneys into examinations, which is causing concern that the practice will inhibit free and open communication and position the examination as the development ground for enforcement actions. [9/10]