Summary
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has changed how it interprets rules about immigration verification for housing programs. This update means certain immigrants might not be able to access federal housing benefits, following President Trump's focus on restricting benefits to undocumented immigrants.
Key Facts
- HUD updated its rules on immigration verification for housing programs.
- New rules restrict federal housing benefits to U.S. citizens and "qualified aliens."
- "Qualified aliens" include lawful permanent residents, asylees, and refugees.
- The update affects programs like Emergency Solutions Grants and the National Housing Trust Fund.
- Programs will now use the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 for verification.
- Immigration advocates say the change could deter eligible families from applying for help.
- President Trump argues limiting these benefits will help make homeownership more affordable for Americans.
- Immigrant families make up about 28% of the U.S. population, according to advocacy groups.
