Ben Carson, Critic of ‘Government Dependency,’ Picked to Lead Housing Agency
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen former rival Ben Carson to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Trump transition team announced Monday.
“Ben Carson has a brilliant mind and is passionate about strengthening communities and families within those communities,” Trump said in a formal statement. “We have talked at length about my urban renewal agenda and our message of economic revival, very much including our inner cities.”
Carson, who previously voiced doubts about taking on a Cabinet-level position, said he is “honored” to serve as head of the housing agency, where he will be tasked with helping more low-income families secure access to safe and affordable homes....