John Crews Sworn in as Newest Chairman of the NCUA

John Crews Sworn in as Newest Chairman of the NCUA

John Crews was sworn in by the President this week as the newest Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration. CUSO Mag’s Esteban Camargo reports.

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Large Bills Coming Due for Credit Unions

Large Bills Coming Due for Credit Unions

Chip Filson analyzes how the restructuring of the NCUA leading to fewer examinations and less regulation may have played a role in the eight liquidations the credit union movement has seen in the last year, including the newly opened African Diaspora FCU.

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A Change at the Top of the Movement

A Change at the Top of the Movement

As the Senate prepares to confirm John Crews’ nomination to the NCUA Board as Chairman, Chip Filson contemplates the what the future looks like for the NCUA amidst the current administration.

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Harper and Otsuka Challenge Still on Hold; Crews Vote Coming This Week

Harper and Otsuka Challenge Still on Hold; Crews Vote Coming This Week

NCUA board members Tanya Otsuka and Todd Harper continue their legal battle regarding their termination from the NCUA Board of Directors in April 2025. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports.

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NCUA Set to Vote on Nominee

NCUA Set to Vote on Nominee

Two important items are occurring during today’s NCUA meeting. The Senate Banking Committee is poised to vote on the nomination of Joh Crews for NCUA board member. Crews has a deep background in banking, securities, and economics including serving as Treasury deputy assistant secretary, as well as the staff director...

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Kyle Hauptman’s Final Call as a One-Person NCUA Board

Kyle Hauptman’s Final Call as a One-Person NCUA Board

As Kyle Hauptman prepares to depart the NCUA after a fifteen month stint as it’s only board member, Chip Filson looks back at the approach Hauptman made during that time and what he’s passing on to the next board member.

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John Crews Nominated as Hauptman’s Replacement on NCUA Board

John Crews Nominated as Hauptman’s Replacement on NCUA Board

Nine months after his term was set to expire, NCUA Chairman Kyle Hauptman’s replacement to the NCUA Board has been found in Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary John Crews, Emily Claus reports.

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A Chance for NCUA Chairman Hauptman to Make His Mark

A Chance for NCUA Chairman Hauptman to Make His Mark

Currently operating as a one-member board, NCUA Chairman Kyle Hauptman has the opportunity to make changes without any opposition from other board members. With this opportunity, Chip Filson suggests Hauptman reassess the NCUSIF’s Normal Operating Level.

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NCUA to Host Board Meeting This Week Amidst Ongoing Legal Battle

NCUA to Host Board Meeting This Week Amidst Ongoing Legal Battle

The NCUA announced its intention to host a board meeting on September 18th, the first since the reinstatement of board members Harper and Otsuka was stayed by an appeals court, reports Emily Claus.

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Federal Judge Reinstates Fired NCUA Board Members Harper and Otsuka

Federal Judge Reinstates Fired NCUA Board Members Harper and Otsuka

In a win for NCUA’s independence, a US District Judge has ruled that the President overstepped his authority in firing NCUA Board Members Tanya Otsuka and Todd Harper in April of this year, ordering that they be reinstated to their positions immediately, reports Emily Claus.

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