The Defense Credit Union Council isn’t just supporting John Crews’ nomination to the National Credit Union Administration Board—they’re doubling down on it.
Ahead of the Senate Banking Committee’s July 23 executive session, DCUC made it clear: this guy needs to be confirmed.
But why does this matter to anyone outside the credit union world? Turns out, quite a bit.
“Strong NCUA leadership impacts more than credit unions; it impacts the millions of Americans who rely on these institutions for affordable financial services, trusted guidance, and economic opportunity,” explains Anthony Hernandez, DCUC President and CEO (and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, because credentials matter). For military families, veterans, and communities nationwide, a solid credit union system isn’t just nice to have—it’s essential for financial stability and growth.
What Makes Crews the Right Pick?
Crews isn’t some random appointee pulled from thin air. The man comes loaded with nearly 15 years of financial policy experience, including serious time working with the Senate Banking Committee on major legislation. Translation: he knows how the sausage gets made, and more importantly, he understands what the NCUA actually does—protecting the credit union system while keeping supervision smart and risk-based.
During his nomination hearing, Crews laid out priorities that got DCUC’s attention in all the right ways:
- Keeping the credit union system safe and sound (the non-negotiable basics)
- Supporting supervision that’s efficient and risk-based, because not every institution needs the same approach
- Getting ahead of tech innovation without leaving members vulnerable
- Helping new credit unions grow, especially ones serving underserved communities
- Maintaining transparency and accessibility between the NCUA and credit unions
The Bottom Line
“John Crews brings the policy experience, regulatory understanding, and commitment to public service needed to help guide the NCUA at a critical time for the credit union system,” says Jason Stverak, DCUC’s Chief Advocacy Officer. His track record shows someone who gets the balance between smart supervision, innovation, and making sure credit unions of all sizes can keep doing what they do best—serving their members.
DCUC’s message to the Senate? Move this nomination forward. The credit union system needs leaders who understand the cooperative model inside and out, and Crews fits that bill. For the millions of Americans who depend on credit unions for financial services that won’t nickel-and-dime them into oblivion, getting the right people on the NCUA Board isn’t bureaucratic inside baseball—it’s essential.
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