Trump nominates Doug Collins as VA secretary; VA proposes revisions to loan loss reporting requirements; USDA to update technical handbook; HUD extends compliance deadline for rule on modernizing engagement with borrowers in default.
The mortgage finance and housing communities are hopeful of strong housing affordability policies from a second Trump term, but expect the approach to differ from efforts under the Biden administration.
Ginnie could face a leadership gap if Acting President Sam Valverde is asked to leave before a permanent president is in place. The agency is currently without a chief operating officer as well.