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Republicans Clash Over FHFA Director's Aggressive Tactics

9/11/2025

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Pulte Faces Backlash

Republican lawmakers are frustrated with FHFA director Bill Pulte, perceiving him as overly aggressive.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened Pulte during a dinner, highlighting tensions in the Trump administration.
Some Republicans back Bessent, seeing him as a stabilizing influence on economic policy.
Pulte has targeted Federal Reserve officials, making allegations against Gov. Lisa Cook and Chair Jerome Powell.
Despite criticism, Pulte maintains support from Trump loyalists, raising concerns over his plans to release Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from government control.

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Pulte Faces Backlash

Republican lawmakers are frustrated with FHFA director Bill Pulte, perceiving him as overly aggressive.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened Pulte during a dinner, highlighting tensions in the Trump administration.
Some Republicans back Bessent, seeing him as a stabilizing influence on economic policy.
Pulte has targeted Federal Reserve officials, making allegations against Gov. Lisa Cook and Chair Jerome Powell.
Despite criticism, Pulte maintains support from Trump loyalists, raising concerns over his plans to release Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from government control.

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