Even though the two companies have paid Treasury about $250 billion over seven years, most of that was interest. They may still owe nearly $118 billion in principal.
On the issue of FHFA’s constitutionality, the court ruled for the plaintiffs. But rather than invalidate the net worth sweep, the court struck the “for-cause” provision from HERA.
Last summer’s blockbuster ruling from the Court of Appeals was a mixed bag for both plaintiffs and defendants. The long-expected appeal of that decision promises more of the same.