Marcia Fudge

American lawyer and politician

Marcia Fudge - American lawyer and politician
Born

October 29th, 1952
73 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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