{"id":83545,"date":"2024-11-25T03:39:23","date_gmt":"2024-11-25T09:39:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/texasmetronews.com\/?p=83545"},"modified":"2024-11-25T03:39:26","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T09:39:26","slug":"north-texas-leaders-react-to-scott-turners-nomination-for-hud-secretary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/texasmetronews.com\/83545\/north-texas-leaders-react-to-scott-turners-nomination-for-hud-secretary\/","title":{"rendered":"North Texas leaders react to Scott Turner\u2019s nomination for HUD secretary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>By Zacharia Washington and The Associated Press<br>Dallas Morning News<br>Reprinted – by Texas Metro News<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/texasmetronews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/6744456775613.webp?resize=640%2C426&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-83546\" style=\"width:660px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/texasmetronews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/6744456775613.webp?resize=640%2C426&ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/texasmetronews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/6744456775613.webp?resize=325%2C217&ssl=1 325w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/texasmetronews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/6744456775613.webp?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/texasmetronews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/6744456775613.webp?w=830&ssl=1 830w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FILE – Scott Turner, the executive director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, speaks during a listening session with African-American leaders, May 21, 2020, in Ypsilanti, Mich. (AP Photo\/Alex Brandon, File)(Alex Brandon \/ AP)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>President-elect Donald Trump <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dallasnews.com\/news\/2024\/11\/22\/trump-picks-former-nfl-player-white-house-aide-scott-turner-for-hud-secretary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">announced Scott Turner as his nominee for U.S. Housing and Urban Development<\/a> secretary on Friday, and his selection quickly garnered lots of support online, including from North Texas leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Republican state Rep. Jeff Leach, writing on X, said Trump \u201ccouldn\u2019t have picked a better man and servant.\u201d Leach represents House District 67, which includes a portion of Collin County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">So proud of my friend and <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/txlege?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#txlege<\/a> classmate Scott Turner! President <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/realDonaldTrump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@realDonaldTrump<\/a> couldn\u2019t have picked a better man and servant leader. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/dgvHYC04zd\">https:\/\/t.co\/dgvHYC04zd<\/a><\/p>— Jeff Leach (@leachfortexas) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/leachfortexas\/status\/1860130473420497119?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 23, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In Friday\u2019s statement, Trump credited Turner \u2014 the highest-ranking Black person Trump has selected for his administration \u2014 with \u201chelping to lead an Unprecedented Effort that Transformed our Country\u2019s most distressed communities\u201d\u2014 referring to what he calls the success of Opportunity Zones during Trump\u2019s first term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Richardson native, Turner\u2019s career has spanned from the NFL to the White House with several initiatives and roles in North Texas. The 52-year-old started his career as an NFL cornerback, but he didn\u2019t stop there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After his nine-season run as a professional football player with Washington, San Diego and Denver, Turner went on to be elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2013 and served two terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In April 2019, Turner led the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, whose mission was to coordinate with various federal agencies to attract investment to the so-called \u201cOpportunity Zones,\u201d or economically depressed areas eligible for development with federal tax incentives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI am thrilled to continue the outstanding work we began in your last administration at HUD with an incredible team,\u201d Turner said in a post on X, in response to Trump\u2019s nomination. \u201cI would also like to express the sincerest of gratitude to my mentor, Secretary [Ben Carson]. Few people are as compassionate and gracious as he is, and I am aware that I have big shoes to fill.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Thank you, Mr. President. I am thrilled to continue the outstanding work we began in your last administration at HUD with an incredible team. I am deeply humbled by your confidence in my nomination. <br><br>I would also like to express the sincerest of gratitude to my mentor, Secretary\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/X2ZJLSrfGI\">pic.twitter.com\/X2ZJLSrfGI<\/a><\/p>— Scott Turner (@sturnerofficial) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sturnerofficial\/status\/1860145800979808610?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 23, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Carson was Trump\u2019s first-term pick for the agency, and one of the president-elect\u2019s supporters. He wrote a post on X congratulating Turner, saying he \u201cworked with [Carson] at HUD, playing a large part in the success of our Opportunity Zones program.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">I am so proud of <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sturnerofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@sturnerofficial<\/a>. This is a phenomenal pick by <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/realDonaldTrump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@RealDonaldTrump<\/a>! <br><br>Scott is a natural born leader, a man of God, and truly a brilliant individual.<br><br>Scott worked with me at HUD, playing a large part in the success of our Opportunity Zones program. I am confident\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/qu97fdQvRl\">pic.twitter.com\/qu97fdQvRl<\/a><\/p>— Ben & Candy Carson (@RealBenCarson) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RealBenCarson\/status\/1860128073016049855?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 23, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In North Texas, Turner currently serves as <a href=\"https:\/\/prestonwood.org\/about\/our-staff\/\">an associate pastor<\/a> at Prestonwood Baptist Church, a megachurch based out of Plano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cScott Turner is a beloved pastor at Prestonwood and personal friend, whom I have known since he was a teenager. His integrity is impeccable and leadership skills are off the charts,\u201d senior pastor Jack Graham said in a statement sent to <em>The<\/em> <em>Dallas Morning News <\/em>on Saturday. \u201cScott brings much experience to this role, given his position working under Dr. Ben Carson in President Trump\u2019s last administration, and the work he\u2019s done through his own foundation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Graham also said on X Friday that Turner is a \u201cglorious choice.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">What a glorious choice Prestonwood\u2019s own Scott Turner in the Trump cabinet. Great man who will do a tremendous job in this important responsibility. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/nhsv4aNXOz\">https:\/\/t.co\/nhsv4aNXOz<\/a><\/p>— Jack Graham (@jackngraham) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jackngraham\/status\/1860131628305252713?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 23, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2021, Turner and his wife, Robin, founded the Plano-based <a href=\"https:\/\/ceoc.org\/\">Community Engagement & Opportunity Council<\/a> to \u201ctackle the steady decline in reading proficiency\u201d across the nation, according to its website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The CEOC offers a learning lab, which offers Christian-based reading enhancement programs for kindergarten through 5th grade students, the website said. The organization also has a mentorship initiative that was \u201ccreated to encourage high school athletes to use their love and talent for the game to go beyond the field of play.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the website, the CEOC is partnered with Prestonwood, Bentley Dallas and local real estate developer JPI. The organization did not immediately respond to <em>The News\u2019<\/em> request for comment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In June 2023, JPI appointed Turner as its chief visionary officer, a new leadership role focused on the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic vision for the company\u2019s growth and expansion, according to its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jpi.com\/jpi-announces-appointment-of-scott-turner-as-chief-visionary-officer\/\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>JPI is a development and construction company, specializing in Class A multifamily housing. At JPI, Turner is responsible for \u201ccreating and implementing a comprehensive strategic vision to drive the company\u2019s growth and expansion,\u201d the website said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jay Parsons, a rental housing economist based in the D-FW area, said on X that Turner\u2019s nomination for HUD is a \u201chome run,\u201d citing his background in multifamily housing development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Scott Turner, Trump's pick for HUD Secretary, is a man of incredibly infectious optimism, faith and love for people. Genuine love for helping others.<br><br>AND a guy with a background in multifamily housing development!<br><br>Plus champion of Opportunity Zones.<br><br>Home run. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/lA4DsQ1Svz\">pic.twitter.com\/lA4DsQ1Svz<\/a><\/p>— Jay Parsons (@jayparsons) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jayparsons\/status\/1860131162833785325?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 23, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI am eternally grateful to my wonderful wife Robin, my son Solomon, and the many incredible friends who have supported me on this journey,\u201d Turner said on X at 8:18 p.m. Friday night. \u201cWe have an important mission ahead. To God be the glory. Let\u2019s get to work!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>This story, originally published in The Dallas Morning News, is reprinted as part of a collaborative partnership between The Dallas Morning News and Texas Metro News. 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