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Scott Turner

1972–

United States

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Eric Scott Turner (born February 26, 1972) is an American politician and former professional football player who is serving as the 19th United States secretary of housing and urban development since February 2025. Prior to his political career, he played cornerback in the National Football League (NFL) for eight seasons, mostly for the Washington Redskins and San Diego Chargers. Turner served as Executive Director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council from 2019 to 2021 under President Donald Trump in the first Trump administration.

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