Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is a government official who leads the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This department is responsible for creating policies and programs that support fair and affordable housing, improve urban development, and assist community growth. The Secretary helps ensure people have access to safe, decent housing options and promotes efforts to reduce homelessness and address housing discrimination. Essentially, they serve as the federal leader in overseeing housing policies that aim to improve living conditions and promote urban renewal across the country.