Issues
Economic Security and Corporate Power
American families struggle financially while companies make record profits.
The financial industry and corporations have too much power over our economy. They work to rig the rules in their favor, spending massive amounts of money to get MAGA Republicans to do their bidding and getting richer at the expense of ordinary Americans.
Our work exposes these special interests in order to provide space for lawmakers to build a fairer economy that works for everyone.
Fighting Wall Street’s Influence
Corporations make massive profits by hurting American families using predatory practices like junk fees. Meanwhile, their industry groups are using their influence to attack consumer advocates like the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on the Hill and in the courts.
Our investigative research empowers Americans with the facts and helps advance economic policies that benefit everyone – not just the rich and powerful.
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Press Releases
Trump’s Betrayal to Working Americans: Backtracking on Lower Prices but Promises Tax Cuts to Price Gouging Corporations
President-elect Trump’s brief commitment to reducing costs came to an end yesterday as he questioned whether he would lower grocery prices and then touted even more corporate tax cuts to a Wall Street audience. As recently as this week, the President-elect has promised to lower prices, claiming it was key to his election victory.
Press Releases
Final CFPB Rule Set to Save $5 Billion Annually, Despite Industry Opposition
As part of the Biden administration’s ongoing efforts to lower costs for American families, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today announced its final overdraft rule, capping overdraft fees charged by banks and credit unions to as low as $5. The final rule is expected to save $5 billion in annual overdraft fees, roughly $225
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Our project, "Defend American Consumers," uncovers the special interests behind the well-coordinated effort to defund the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
Building an Economy that Works for Everyone
Our investigative research shines a light on the misdeeds of corporations and special interests that push policymakers to do their bidding instead of protecting the interests of all Americans.
Taking on Big Pharma
We’re exposing Big Pharma’s connections to right-wing groups, its donations to the Republican Attorney Generals Association (RAGA), and the industry’s corporate greed.
Exposing Big Pharma's Greed Game of CourtsExposing Corporate Greed
We shine a light on corporate profiteering, and pressure corporations and public officials to put workers and consumers first.
Pushing Back Against Predatory Practices
We call out predatory practices so American consumers can make smart decisions, and public officials can advance stronger consumer protections.
Reveal Corruption & Conflicts of Interest
We analyze campaign contributions, lobbying records, and other documents to show how public officials are in the pocket of big business.