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Trump's Housing Plan: Boost Supply, Risk Higher Prices

2/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump promises to tackle the housing affordability crisis by pursuing measures that could raise prices for current homeowners.
Economists say increasing housing supply is essential to address rising prices.
Congress is advancing legislation to change federal housing laws and spur a building boom.
The House is expected to vote on a bill aligned with Senate-approved measures to reduce regulations and incentivize home construction.

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U.S. President Donald Trump promises to tackle the housing affordability crisis by pursuing measures that could raise prices for current homeowners.
Economists say increasing housing supply is essential to address rising prices.
Congress is advancing legislation to change federal housing laws and spur a building boom.
The House is expected to vote on a bill aligned with Senate-approved measures to reduce regulations and incentivize home construction.