Trump Allies Seek End to US Control of Freddie, Fannie, WSJ Says

Allies of former President Donald Trump want to make another run at ending US control of mortgage giants Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae if he’s elected in November, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday night.

The newspaper, citing sources it didn’t identify, said former officials of the Trump administration as well as bankers have been discussing plans regarding the mortgage companies since the spring. According to the Journal, the former officials include Larry Kudlow, Trump’s National Economic Council director, and John McEntee, who led the White House presidential personnel office.

Representatives of the Trump campaign didn’t immediately respond ...