The Trump administration's idling of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) left in limbo significant cases the agency brought against companies and large financial firms in the waning days of President Joe Biden's time in office.

Southwest Airlines has appointed Tom Doxey as Executive VP and CFO, effective March 10. With a proven track record in aviation finance and operations, Doxey previously led Breeze Airways to profitability and held senior positions at United Airlines,

Doxey will also serve as executive vice president when he starts at Southwest (NYSE: LUV) on March 10. Doxey will replace Tammy Romo, a Southwest veteran serving more than 30 years with the airline, who is retiring April 1. She spent more than 10 years as CFO.