March 11th 2024.
Marcia Fudge, a dedicated public servant for almost five decades, has made the difficult decision to resign from her role as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. She announced her departure on March 11 through a press release on HUD's official website, stating that she will officially step down on March 22. Fudge, who has been in this position since 2021, reflected on her time with the organization and shared her accomplishments during her tenure.
Throughout her career, Fudge has been committed to improving the quality of life for all Americans, especially those in need. She has worked at every level of government, from being a mayor to a congressional staffer, and now as the 18th Secretary of HUD. In her statement, she expressed her belief in HUD's mission to provide affordable and quality housing nationwide. However, she also admitted that her resignation comes with mixed emotions.
Fudge went on to list some of HUD's achievements under her leadership, such as creating 2 million public and multifamily housing units, serving over 1.2 million unhoused individuals, and enforcing Fair Housing laws to combat racial discrimination. She also highlighted the increased accessibility for Americans to obtain FHA mortgages for homeownership. This announcement may come as a surprise, as just days earlier, President Biden's chief of staff had assured that no other members of the Cabinet would be leaving this year.
In response to Fudge's resignation, President Biden released his own statement, thanking her for her hard work and dedication to improving the housing system for all Americans. He expressed his gratitude for her contributions and wished her well in her future endeavors. Fudge, on the other hand, shared with USA Today that she is looking forward to a more private lifestyle and has no plans to run for office again.
In the absence of a new Secretary being nominated, Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman will serve as the acting secretary. The White House has confirmed that President Biden will nominate a replacement for Fudge in the near future. Fudge's resignation comes after a successful town hall with President Biden, where they discussed important issues such as policing and the economy. As she embarks on a new chapter in her life, Fudge's dedication and passion for serving her country will surely be missed.
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