Multiple independent sources confirm the core claim. The Duane Morris fintech legal blog reports the specific instrument (Decision No. 2025-360, June 25, 2025) directing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to prepare proposals to consider cryptocurrency as a reserve asset in mortgage risk assessment. National Mortgage Professional independently confirms FHFA Director Pulte's order, sourced to his official X announcement. The Cryptobriefing lead provides matching detail. The claim accurately reflects the directive's substance and origin.