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Former NFL player Scott Turner confirmed to lead Housing and Urban Development

Scott Turner has been confirmed as the next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development after a Senate vote of 55–44 on Feb. 5.
Turner aims to reduce regulatory burdens for housing development and maximize HUD's $72.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2025.
He highlighted the record high of homelessness in the U.S. In 2024, calling it a national embarrassment and stating that HUD is failing in its mission.
Democrats on the Senate Banking Committee, led by Senator Elizabeth Warren, expressed concerns over advancing Turner's nomination before his FBI background check was completed.

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Benzinga

ALTA Congratulates Scott Turner on Senate Confirmation as HUD Secretary

WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, issued the following statement of congratulations from ALTA CEO Diane Tomb regarding Scott Turner's confirmation by the United States Senate as Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): Full story available on Benzinga.com

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Former NFL Player Confirmed To President Trump's Cabinet * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Danielle

Scott Turner's journey from NFL player to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development marks a significant shift in leadership. Discover how his vision aims to reshape housing policy and empower communities across America.

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Trump Nominee Confirmed in 55-44 Senate Vote - News Addicts

Another pick for President Donald Trump’s cabinet has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Scott Turner, who once lived out his dream of playing American professional football, has been confirmed as the new Secretary of Housing and Urban Development by a vote of 55-44. As head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Turner […] The post Trump Nominee Confirmed in 55-44 Senate Vote appeared first on News Addicts.

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NEW: Trump Nominee Confirmed In 55-44 Senate Vote

Another pick for President Donald Trump’s cabinet has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Scott Turner, who once lived out his dream of playing American professional football, has been confirmed as the new Secretary of Housing and Urban Development by a vote of 55-44. As head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Turner will be tasked with tackling the issue of homelessness, creating and distributing assistance for both renters and …

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Trump’s Pick Scott Turner Confirmed as HUD Secretary with Focus on Housing Crisis

The U.S. Senate has officially confirmed Scott Turner, a former professional football player, as the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Nominated by former President Donald Trump, Turner secured the position with a 55-44 vote on Wednesday. As the head of HUD, Turner will oversee efforts to combat homelessness, provide financial assistance to renters and homeowners, and enforce policies to prevent housing discrimi…

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