U.S. Treasury Launches Compliance Review of Community Development Financial Institutions

The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund, or CDFI Fund, is part of the U.S. Treasury Department. Through certification and federal resources, it supports banks, credit unions and funds that lend in low-income, minority and underserved communities. The review could change the compliance thresholds these institutions must meet to obtain government support and retain certification.

The U.S. Treasury recently launched a compliance review of the CDFI Fund to investigate possible legal violations. Trump administration officials have also criticized the program for using taxpayer money to support particular social causes. As of July 20, 2026, available information did not identify the institutions under investigation or disclose the review's timeline or any specific amounts. Financial institutions focused on minorities or women are expected to face greater regulatory pressure.