Marcia Fudge
American lawyer and politician
Born
October 29th, 1952
72 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2008, represented Ohio's 11th congressional district. Served as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Biden starting in 2021. Prior to her congressional career, served as the Mayor of Warrensville Heights, Ohio, from 2000 to 2008, and was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives from 2007 to 2008. Actively engaged in various legislative efforts focused on housing, urban development, and community empowerment.
Served as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Represented Ohio's 11th congressional district
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