Fed Governor Faces Mortgage Fraud Allegations
A Federal Reserve Governor took out two primary residence loans within weeks of each other. Simple mistake or mortgage fraud?
August 27, 2025 4 min read
A Federal Reserve Governor took out two primary residence loans within weeks of each other. Simple mistake or mortgage fraud?
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