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The Role and Risks of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
This chapter analyzes the vital functions of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in the U.S. mortgage market, focusing on their long-standing conservatorship and its implications for governance and accountability. The speakers caution against potential disruptive policy changes and advocate for maintaining the current stability of the housing finance system to protect homebuyers and taxpayers.