Senator Hassan Statement Following Confirmation of Dr. Ben Carson to Lead Department of Housing and Urban Development

Senator Hassan Statement Following Confirmation of Dr. Ben Carson to Lead Department of Housing and Urban Development

WASHINGTON - Senator Hassan released the following statement after the confirmation of Dr. Ben Carson to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development:

"I was grateful for the opportunity to meet with Dr. Carson and I appreciated his interest in serving communities across America in this position. However, despite Dr. Carson's interest in public service, I do not believe he has the qualifications necessary to serve as the Secretary for Housing and Urban Development, which is why I did not support his confirmation."

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