Rep. Ted Lieu of California, the fourth-ranking House Democrat, recently highlighted Vice President Kamala Harris' significant achievements during her tenure as California's attorney general and discussed the potential impact of a Harris presidency on housing policy.
Lieu emphasized Harris' role in leading an investigation into the mortgage industry to combat fraud, her contribution to passing the homeowners' Bill of Rights, and her efforts to hold major banks accountable, resulting in the recovery of $20 billion for homeowners.
According to Lieu, Harris has continued her advocacy for affordable housing as vice president. He expressed confidence that, if elected president, Harris would streamline processes to facilitate increased housing construction, assist new homeowners in affording down payments, and address unfair rent hikes by corporations.
Lieu underscored Harris' personal connection to the issue, citing her family's struggles and her mother's hard work to meet financial obligations. He emphasized that Harris understands the challenges faced by many Americans in finding affordable housing and is committed to addressing these issues as president.
Lieu's unwavering support for Harris was evident in his endorsement of her during her 2020 presidential campaign, making him the first member of Congress to back her candidacy.
