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Trump Administration Cuts 2,300 Jobs in Financial Oversight

5/8/2025

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In a historic move, the Trump administration is set to slash more than 2,300 jobs across vital US financial regulators, including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Securities and Exchange Commission. This unprecedented workforce reduction raises concerns about the future oversight of banks and public markets.

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In a historic move, the Trump administration is set to slash more than 2,300 jobs across vital US financial regulators, including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Securities and Exchange Commission. This unprecedented workforce reduction raises concerns about the future oversight of banks and public markets.