The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has continued to reshape itself under the Trump administration this year.

In addressing homelessness, Secretary Scott Turner has helped usher in an era that seeks to promote treatment initiatives over the agency’s longstanding “housing-first” approach. It has also advocated for trimming billions of dollars from affordable housing programs and changes to who is eligible to receive certain federal funding. 

Congress’ passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act in July placed further expectations and deadlines on HUD. Despite significant staff cutbacks, the agency maintains it is capable of performing the tasks. 

The following articles document some of the major initiatives, proposals and setbacks for an agency that is looking to “lead a renaissance of housing revitalization,” as Turner told a Senate committee in May. He said the Trump administration is bringing “greater discipline” to federal spending and regulation, strengthening accountability and reinforcing HUD’s core mission.