What the Hell Is Going on with the GSEs?

What the Hell Is Going on with the GSEs?

Author: IntraFi April 2, 2025 Duration: 27:00

Katy O'Donnell, the financial services reporter for Politico, dives into a series of surprising moves by new FHFA Director Bill Pulte, including firing the CEO of Freddie Mac, appointing himself chair of both GSEs, and cutting programs.


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