Crapo: Scott Turner Committed to Lifting Up Stories of Forgotten Americans

Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) issued the following statement after the Senate confirmed, by a vote of 55-44, E. Scott Turner to be Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD):

“Scott Turner has the business and personal acumen to serve him well as head of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.  He overcame early childhood adversity to become a successful professional football player, state legislator, businessman and politician.  He has the pedigree of someone who knows what it takes to achieve the American Dream.  Mr. Turner has committed to lift up the stories of forgotten Americans, ensuring every citizen, regardless of creed or background, will have the same access to strong communities and quality, affordable housing.  He has promised to focus on maximizing resources, putting successful policies at the forefront, not simply spending more to achieve less.  I congratulate Scott Turner on his confirmation.”

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