Mark Paoletta is an American attorney who has served as the general counsel of the Office of Management and Budget since 2025 and acting director of the CFPB since August 2026. He previously led the CFPB as general counsel (2018–2021) and served as counsel to the Vice President (2017–2018).
Trump’s White House modernization, including a 22,000-square-foot ballroom, faces legal scrutiny as the National Trust for Historic Preservation seeks a halt pending formal reviews. NCPC leadership shifts and ongoing construction prompt questions about approvals, timelines, and the project’s scope.