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Supreme Court appears skeptical of challenge to CFPB's funding structure
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case involving the CFPB and how it is funded.
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The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case involving the CFPB and how it is funded.
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