RE:remember words of CrockerSeems Crocker and May gave up on the US government. Given their recent example of being able to do anytthing, I'm not surprised. This bond issue seems to be pretty much locked in. I'm not a lawyer, but I think with all the details published, the funds already in escrow, the deal is done. They can always get out, but would cost them the redemption fee of about 7.8% plus accrued interest. Unlikely IMHO.