Federal Government Policy and Business

Carson’s Ultimate Goal for HUD: 'Heal the Nation'

Government Executive: Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson on Wednesday unveiled his vision for the agency in a town hall meeting with HUD employees, launching what officials are calling a multi-year reform plan. While short on details, the plan is long on ambition: reimagine the way HUD works; restore the American dream; and rethink communities in a more holistic way. The ultimate goal, Carson said, was to "heal the nation."

“You have been blessed with a tremendous opportunity at HUD,” Carson told employees, adding that he accepted the job because he “felt the country was in grave danger of tearing itself apart.” The role of HUD secretary offered him a chance to change that, he said.

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