U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia L. Fudge kicked off her "HUD on the Road" tour in Jackson, Miss., because of the unique set of circumstances residents here face with home ownership. "Mississippi has one of the largest low-income populations," Fudge said of her decision to start in the Magnolia State. "I wanted to start in a place where I feel good things are happening … behind the scenes and to enlighten the community about it." Fudge spoke with community representatives, including U.S. Rep. Bennie Tompson (D-Miss.) in discussions behind closed doors at Tougaloo College on Aug. 17. The Secretary says she plans to work with local banks to help HUD rehabilitate Jackson houses and neighborhoods that are affordable for residents. (Source: Clarion Ledger 08/17/22) U.S. Housing and Urban Development held panel discussion at Tougaloo (clarionledger.com)
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