Richard Roberts (former Assistant Secretary for Housing)

Richard Roberts served as the Assistant Secretary for Housing at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). In this role, he was responsible for overseeing federal programs that support affordable housing, including housing finance, community development, and efforts to reduce homelessness. His work involved developing policies to improve housing access for Americans, managing housing loans and grants, and fostering partnerships to promote safe, decent, and affordable housing options nationwide. Essentially, he helped guide initiatives that aim to ensure everyone has access to quality housing through government support and regulation.