MEDIA ADVISORY: Congresswoman Summer Lee Hosts Press Conference and Roundtable Discussion with CFPB Director Rohit Chopra to Fight Back Against Junk Fees and Protect Low to Moderate-Income Families

**FOR PLANNING PURPOSES** 

Contact: Kyla.Gill@mail.house.gov | 412.841.7913

Vaibhav.Vijay@mail.house.gov | 771.215.7243

MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY FROM 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM: Congresswoman Summer Lee Hosts Press Conference and Roundtable Discussion with CFPB Director Rohit Chopra to Fight Back Against Junk Fees and Protect Low to Moderate-Income Families

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On August 6, 2024, Congresswoman Summer Lee, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra, and Assistant Chief Deputy Attorney General Nick Smyth will convene at Thelma Lovette Y in Pittsburgh to address the pressing issue of junk fees and their detrimental impact on low- to moderate-income families. This event will feature a press conference followed by a roundtable discussion with local leaders, community members, and consumer advocates. The aim is to raise awareness, engage the community, and showcase the collaborative efforts to combat exploitative financial practices, emphasizing transparency and fairness for all consumers. The discussion will highlight the significant financial burden of junk fees and the urgent need for action to protect vulnerable populations. 

WHEN: August 6, 2024 @ 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

WHERE: Thelma Lovette Y, 2114 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

WHO: Congresswoman Summer Lee, CFPB Director Chopra, Assistant Chief Deputy Attorney General Nick Smyth, local leaders, community members & consumer advocates. 

Press Availability:

• Press Conference: 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
• Roundtable: 11:20 AM – 11:45 (Second Half is CLOSED to Press)
• Post-Event Pull Asides

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