(LibertySociety.com) – The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), under Secretary Scott Turner, is implementing a new policy that reshapes federal housing assistance, prioritizing American citizens over illegal immigrants.
At a Glance
- HUD plans to prevent illegal migrants from accessing public housing.
- A collaboration between HUD and DHS aims to ensure housing resources serve American citizens.
- Memorandum to identify illegal aliens ineligible for federal housing assistance.
- HUD terminates FHA mortgages for illegal immigrants, focusing resources on citizens.
HUD’s Policy Shift Focuses on Citizens
The Trump administration is actively addressing illegal migrants living in public housing, with HUD Secretary Scott Turner stating that American tax dollars should prioritize citizens. Secretary Turner is focusing efforts on preventing illegal immigrants from accessing taxpayer-funded housing benefits.
An understanding between HUD and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been established, ensuring that federal housing resources are utilized effectively for American citizens in need. This collaboration aims to prevent a “wasteful misappropriation” of taxpayer funds that might otherwise be used to support illegal immigrants.
Collaboration for Efficient Resource Allocation
A memorandum of understanding has been set up between HUD and DHS, facilitating identification and reporting of illegal aliens to ensure they do not receive federal housing assistance. This strategic move aims to stop taxpayer dollars intended to subsidize housing for non-citizens, redirecting resources to support citizens.
A significant portion of non-citizen households in subsidized housing raises concerns, with about 9 million residents residing without proper eligibility verification. Turner has instructed HUD offices to abide by federal laws that limit financial aid to illegal migrants.
Revitalizing Struggling Areas Through Opportunity Zones
The policy shift is tied to a broader focus on public-private partnerships coming together with nonprofits and faith-based organizations to address the housing crisis. Investments in “Opportunity Zones” target economically distressed areas, helping stimulate growth and provide housing solutions that prioritize American citizens.
“Those that are here illegally, that are living in HUD-funded public housing, we’re putting (them) on notice this is not acceptable. We will not have it anymore.” – Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner
The policy emphasizes veterans and those needing affordable housing as priority beneficiaries, alongside ensuring accountability in resource allocation. Acknowledging the homelessness crisis, Turner commits to meaningful solutions via collaboration, investing strategically in development projects tailored to lift communities and directly benefit citizens.
Ensuring Support for American Residents
As HUD and DHS streamline processes to validate residency eligibility, Americans are prioritized for federal assistance in housing. Steps like terminating FHA mortgages for illegal immigrants underline this commitment, ensuring taxpayer-funded programs are transparently administered.
Another critical element involved includes anticipating further strategic policies aligning with longtime goals of conservative governance, focusing on legal residents and economic prosperity. These efforts underscore a pledge to national citizens, working toward alleviating financial strains on welfare programs while securing housing stability for eligible Americans.
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