Trump’s DOJ will move forward with Colony Ridge settlement despite concerns from judge
Under President Trump's administration, the DOJ is bypassing a judge's concerns to settle a predatory lending case without victim compensation.

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Published Apr 10, 2026
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The Trump-led Justice Department is bypassing a federal judge’s objections to finalize a $68 million settlement with Texas developer Colony Ridge, a move that provides $20 million for law enforcement but zero compensation for residents allegedly targeted by predatory lending.
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