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HUD secretary talks about housing affordability ahead of midterms

11 SEP 2026 · 01:29 ET·12:23·3.04K VIEWS·0.6× USUAL PACE

Scott Turner, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, discussed housing affordability and the Trump administration's efforts to improve it. Speaking ahead of the midterms, Turner addressed concerns about median home prices and rising rents, attributing issues partly to regulatory burdens and the impact of undocumented immigrants on housing supply. He highlighted the administration's focus on reducing regulations to incentivize new construction and noted the FHA program's success in assisting first-time homebuyers.

WHY IT MATTERS

Housing affordability remains a critical issue for voters heading into the midterm elections, and the administration's proposed solutions aim to address supply constraints and reduce building costs.

ALSO DISCUSSED

The video also covers the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Vice President JD Vance's expected keynote address, and economic concerns including inflation and gas prices.

SCOTT TURNER HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT HOUSING AFFORDABILITY MIDTERM ELECTIONS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION

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