In the past few weeks, both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-controlled mortgage finance firms, have reported huge third quarter losses and asked for billions more in federal tax dollars.&nbsp; At the same time, they have announced a multimillion dollar bonus package for their top executives.&nbsp; Congressional members from both sides of the aisle are shocked by the move and a variety of bills are being introduced that would rein in salaries and bonuses for both firms.&nbsp; For the full story, see:&nbsp; <a href="http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/11/09/us-usa-housing-bonuses-idUSTRE7A86R020111109">www.reuters.com/article/2011/11/09/us-usa-housing-bonuses-idUSTRE7A86R020111109</a><br />