Trump’s $200 Billion MBS Order Asserts New Power Over Markets

This bold action by the Trump administration underscores a strategic pivot towards direct intervention in the housing market. By leveraging the financial power of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government is attempting to mitigate the pressures of rising housing costs. However, the long-term implications of such a large-scale investment in mortgage bonds could lead to increased market volatility and raise questions about the sustainability of these measures.