12 CFR § 390.132
May the FDIC suspend processing of my application?
November 10, 2020
(a) Suspension. The FDIC may, at any time, indefinitely suspend processing of your application if:
(1) The FDIC, another governmental entity, or a self-regulatory trade or professional organization initiates an investigation, examination, or administrative proceeding that is relevant to the FDIC's evaluation of your application;
(2) You request the suspension or there are other extraordinary circumstances that have a significant impact on the processing of your application.
(b) Notice. The FDIC will promptly notify you, in writing, if it suspends your application.