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Kate Berry joined American Banker in 2006 and
has covered the CFPB since 2016. Kate shares her perspective on the
controversy over Leandra English's appointment as Acting
Director, Director Kraninger's approach to her leadership role,
the Seila Law decision's impact, President-elect Biden's
possible candidates for CFPB Director, the fate of the CFPB's
small dollar loan rule, and likely areas of CFPB focus in 2021.
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