Trump wants lower mortgage rates. His Fed pick may push the other way.

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Trump Wants Lower Mortgage Rates. His Fed Pick May Push The Other Way.

By The Washington Post

Kevin Warsh has long criticized the Fed’s $6.6 trillion balance sheet, arguing it distorts markets. Shrinking it could put upward pressure on mortgage rates. February 10, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. ESTToday at 5:00 a.m. EST President Donald Trump has made hou ...Read more

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