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#216 Chris Whalen: If Trump Administration Gets Serious About Deficit, Rates Will Fall Without Fed

The Julia La Roche Show

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Economic Leadership and Interest Rates

This chapter examines the appointment of Scott Besant as Treasury Secretary and its implications for the budget deficit and the economy under the Trump administration. The discussion highlights the role of the Federal Reserve in influencing interest rates and the housing market's current state amidst economic uncertainties. Additionally, it addresses the complex financial dynamics related to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s potential exit from conservatorship and the importance of credit ratings in stabilizing markets.

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