Trump Administration Finalizes Policy to Block Illegal Immigrants from Federally Funded Housing

A new agreement between DHS and HUD redirects taxpayer-funded housing resources to American citizens, marking a shift in federal housing policy.

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and HUD Secretary Scott Turner signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to prevent illegal immigrants from accessing federally funded housing programs.
The initiative includes data sharing between DHS and HUD to identify ineligible residents and ensure compliance with federal laws.
A full-time HUD staff member has been assigned to the Incident Command Center to oversee the implementation of the policy.
The Trump administration cites data showing that 59% of illegal immigrant households benefit from welfare programs, costing taxpayers $42 billion annually.
This policy follows a February 2025 executive order aimed at eliminating financial benefits for illegal immigrants and prioritizing American citizens in housing allocations.