United States — Freddie Mac & Donald Trump

United States — Freddie Mac: Bill Pulte>>> chairs United States — Freddie Mac>>>, a federally supported mortgage backer, and will continue in this role alongside his new intelligence position. His management of this entity has been cited by Donald Trump>>> as a qualification for his new role.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump>>> appointed Bill Pulte>>> as acting Director of National Intelligence, a move criticized for prioritizing loyalty over experience, potentially impacting the credibility of US intelligence agencies. He also attempted to fire Lisa Cook>>> based on Bill Pulte>>>'s allegations.

United States — Freddie Mac: United States — Freddie Mac provided data indicating that the average rate on the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased by about 50 basis points since late February, reaching 6.49% last week, contributing to weak housing demand.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump refused to sign the housing affordability bill passed by the United States, using it as leverage to pressure Republicans for voting restriction measures.

United States — Freddie Mac: United States — Freddie Mac reports on the average rates for 30-year and 15-year U.S. mortgages, providing key data for the housing market.

Donald Trump: President Donald Trump's tariffs are mentioned as a factor that could potentially worsen inflation, influencing the United States — Federal Reserve's decisions.

United States — Freddie Mac: United States — Freddie Mac reports on the average long-term U.S. mortgage rates, providing key data for the housing market.

United States — Freddie Mac: United States — Freddie Mac terminated all use of Anthropic products following the White House directive.