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HUD Investigates Washington's Homeownership Program for Fair Housing Violations

3/26/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has opened an investigation into Washington state's Covenant Homeownership Program.
Established in 2023, the program provides mortgage assistance intended to address historical housing discrimination.
HUD claims the program may violate the Fair Housing Act by favoring applicants of certain ethnic backgrounds.
The Washington State Housing Finance Commission will cooperate, noting bipartisan support and extensive research behind the program.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has opened an investigation into Washington state's Covenant Homeownership Program.
Established in 2023, the program provides mortgage assistance intended to address historical housing discrimination.
HUD claims the program may violate the Fair Housing Act by favoring applicants of certain ethnic backgrounds.
The Washington State Housing Finance Commission will cooperate, noting bipartisan support and extensive research behind the program.