HousingWire Daily ICE’s Courtenay Dunn on federal housing priorities
Mar 18, 2025
Courtenay Dunn, Senior Director of Government Affairs at ICE, brings a wealth of knowledge on GSE reform and housing issues. In this discussion, she sheds light on federal housing priorities and the impact of the Trump administration's policies. The conversation covers the evolving mortgage regulatory landscape, the push for clear housing regulations, and the challenges of creating a cohesive strategy to tackle affordability. Dunn also discusses the potential benefits of appointing a 'housing czar' and the importance of interagency cooperation to foster innovation.
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GSE Reform
- GSE reform has been a topic in Washington D.C. since the beginning of conservatorships.
- The Trump administration acknowledges that conservatorships aren't meant to be permanent but prioritizes other issues.
Deregulation Focus
- Executive orders mandate agencies to identify regulations for repeal and review existing ones based on cost and modernization barriers.
- This signals the Trump administration's focus on deregulation and leveraging technology.
Increased State Activity
- States are increasing activity in areas like consumer finance and privacy, sometimes addressing issues not tackled federally.
- This highlights the growing importance of understanding state-level regulations.