The National Association of Realtors and several other housing groups urged Congress to confirm Consumer Financial Protection Bureau nominee Jonathan McKernan, noting he has a “wealth of experience” to lead the financial watchdog.
Source: Inman News
NAR, Mortgage Bankers Association back CFPB nominee
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