George W. Bush

“[T]he new regulatory agency, led by my friend and businessman Jim Lockhart… concluded the GSE’s had nowhere enough capital…the only way to prevent a disaster was to take Fannie and Freddie into government conservatorship. It was up to Hank [Paulson] and...

Henry M. Paulson, Jr.

“[W]ith my colleagues in government, Ben Bernanke, Tim Geithner, Sheila Bair, Chris Cox,John Dugan, Jim Lockhart— at times we differed on philosophy and strategy, but I never doubted their dedication to this country or their commitment to taking the bold actions...

Edward DeMarco

“Through his tours of federal service, Jim Lockhart brings exceptional credentials and perspective to understanding the risks when government misprices insurance and to proposing changes that reduce taxpayer risk while improving economic outcomes.”

G. William Hoagland

“Jim Lockhart has been there (underwater) and survived. Few persons today can speak with authority and knowledge of managing the shoals of critical government agencies and their continued need of repair. Even out of government, he continues to address reforms, most...

Peter J. Wallison

“This country faces a significant problem now that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are back under government control in a Democratic administration. Jim Lockhart’s book will be invaluable to those concerned about the housing policies we will see from the Biden...