The FDIC had to insert it at some time in an attempt to cover their asses IMO. I don't believe excluding such a Humongous amount of money really gives them much cover. It was very deceptive, just as the Underwriters Stipulation was and they actually go hand in hand.
FDIC TRULY states HUNDREDS of BILLIONS in WaMu Assets - Yes, HUNDREDS of BILLIONS
'Excludes WAMU with total assets of $299 billion and zero estimated losses to the DIF
Oh, but wait! Funny this came out from the FDIC in the 3rd Quarter of 2015, hey, is'nt that the same time frame as the botched deal. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm