MBA Statement on the Nomination of Andrew Hughes as HUD Deputy Secretary

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 11, 2025) — MBA's President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, released the following statement on Andrew Hughes’ nomination to serve as Deputy Secretary at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): 

“On behalf of MBA, I congratulate Andrew Hughes on being nominated to serve as the next Deputy Secretary at HUD. His prior experience as HUD Chief of Staff for Secretary Ben Carson gives him a unique perspective on ways to improve HUD’s operations, including its programs to support affordable homeownership and rental housing opportunities.

“MBA stands ready to work with him, Secretary Scott Turner, and the broader HUD staff on policies and program enhancements that increase housing supply, improve affordability, and lower costs for consumers while protecting taxpayers. We also look forward to engaging with HUD’s leadership to address challenges and opportunities within the agency, including improving technology and efficiency and ensuring FHA remains a viable financing option for single-family and multifamily markets.”