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Scott Turner

Turner previously led the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, served in the Texas legislature, and played professional football.

Current office
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Jurisdiction
United States
Seat or institution
Housing and Urban Development
Research date
October 19, 2026
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Career context

Turner previously led the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, served in the Texas legislature, and played professional football.

Service began
Not independently verified in this edition
Scheduled term end
No fixed electoral term for this appointed office

How this appointment was confirmed

On February 5, 2025, the Senate recorded: Nomination Confirmed (55-44).

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DateTypeDocumented example
February 13, 2025administrative_actionEstablished a HUD DOGE task force to review department spending, programs, processes, and personnel.

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