Scott Turner, confirmed as the new HUD secretary, highlights the agency's failure to address homelessness and housing shortages. During his hearing, he did not provide specific solutions but expressed a commitment to reviewing HUD programs. He resisted calls for increased federal funding, stating that the current funding has not been effective. Turner advocates for streamlining programs and reducing regulations that hinder housing construction, while also recognizing the impact of rising building material costs on housing affordability.
During his confirmation hearing, Turner said HUD is "failing at its most basic mission," noting record-high homelessness and a shortage of affordable housing.
Turner resisted Senate Democrats' suggestions that more federal dollars could help, asserting "there's record funding from HUD, and we're still not meeting the need."
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