consumer protection

Biden to form ‘strike force’ to go after price-gouging

As someone who has felt the pinch of rising prices, the news of Biden forming a ‘strike force’ to tackle price-gouging is a welcome relief. The fact that gas companies were raking in record profits while consumers were paying through the nose for fuel is simply unacceptable. It’s time someone stepped in to address these disparities and hold companies accountable for their actions.

One key point that resonates with me is the suggestion to check corporate profit margins and prioritize those companies that have seen significant increases without any tangible improvements in their products or processes. This targeted approach could help rein in those who are taking advantage of consumers and engaging in unethical practices to boost their bottom line.… Continue reading

Joe Biden Moves To Slash Bank Overdraft Fees With New Rule — “Banks call it a service,” the president said. “I call it exploitation.”

One of the most heated issues of financial discourse in our society today surrounds the ubiquitous and controversial bank overdraft fees. President Joe Biden has recently thrown his hat into the ring, boldly declaring these fees as not a service, but a form of exploitation. I am one with him in this sentiment. For too long, these seemingly innocuous fees have been bleeding consumers dry, especially those who are financially struggling. It indeed felt like a breath of fresh air knowing that someone in power is actively working to slash these fees.

Consider this familiar scenario: You find yourself in a tight spot one month and dip into the negatives, only to discover that on top of an already stressful financial situation, you’ve been charged an additional $30-50 by the bank.… Continue reading