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We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements No. 333-251299 and No. 333-229489 on Form S-3 and Registration Statements No. 333-238537, No. 333-211140 and No. 333-169923 on Form S-8 of our reports dated February 18, 2021, with respect to the consolidated financial statements of Annaly Capital Management, Inc. and Subsidiaries and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of Annaly Capital Management, Inc. and Subsidiaries included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) of Annaly Capital Management, Inc. and Subsidiaries for the year ended December 31, 2020.