WASHINGTON -- The Bush administration asked Congress for the authority to lend money to and buy shares in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, should those mortgage buyers need the additional capital.

WASHINGTON--Credit unions and other financial institutions have until Nov. 1 to develop and implement identity theft prevention programs, the Federal Trade Commission reminded them this week.

FARMERS BRANCH, Texas -- In a routine but still protective maneuver, Texas credit unions are engaged in a letter-writing effort this month to ensure the viability of an independent regulator under the state's sunset laws.

WASHINGTON -- Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-La.) has become the fifth co-sponsor of a measure that would provide comprehensive regulatory relief to credit unions.