Homeless Population Increases For Fourth Year In A Row

The video discusses the increase in homelessness in the US, with over 580,000 people affected on a given night in 2020. HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge aims to restore fair housing provisions cut by the previous administration and enhance housing assistance included in the coronavirus relief package. Despite these efforts, challenges remain in addressing the full scope of housing needs and repairing outdated housing authorities. Critics highlight that changes to the Fair Housing Act under the former president reduced protections against discrimination in housing transactions.

According to the HUD report, how many people were estimated to be homeless on a given night in 2020?

• Less than 400,000

• About 500,000

• Over 580,000

• Approximately 600,000

What is HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge's stance on the current housing needs?

• She thinks the current policies are sufficient.

• She plans to cut housing assistance programs.

• She believes there is enough funding to address all needs.

• She acknowledges the financial limitations in addressing all needs.

What is one of the challenges mentioned by Marcia Fudge in addressing housing issues?

• Lack of public interest

• Insufficient funding

• Excessive government regulations

• Too many housing authorities

What does Marcia Fudge aim to do with the housing assistance included in the coronavirus relief package?

• Enhance and make it permanent

• Eliminate it entirely

• Make it temporary

• Reduce its scope

What criticism is mentioned regarding former President Trump's changes to the Fair Housing Act?

• They reduced protections against discrimination.

• They improved housing quality.

• They expanded housing availability.

• They increased housing costs.