Trump Directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to Buy $200 Billion in Mortgage Bonds: What It Means for Buyers

President Trump directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds, a move aimed at increasing demand for mortgage-backed securities (MBS) and helping to lower mortgage rates. Announced on January 7, 2026, via Truth Social, Trump emphasized that this step addresses housing affordability amid high inflation, stating it will drive rates […]