By Zion Jenkins–
From a dishwasher, to a college graduate, to a NFL star, to a pastor, and now the secretary of HUD, Scott Turner does not take all the credit for himself but rather gives all the glory to God.
“Hope in America does not depend on a man,” says Scott Turner. “Our hope is in Jesus Christ.”
Born and raised in Dallas Texas, Scott Turner grew up in the Mount Pisgah Baptist Community Church.
Scott’s parents divorced when he was only 10 years old, but he didn’t let this life-altering event stop his dream of playing in the NFL.
Attending the University of Illinois, Scott Turner played football and ran track and field, receiving multiple Big 10 awards for his performances.
In the NFL draft of 1995, Scott was drafted in the seventh round by the Washington Redskins as a cornerback.
After nine years in the NFL playing for the Washington Redskins, San Diego Chargers, Buffalo Bills and the Denver Broncos, Scott Turner retired and returned to his home state of Texas, where he served as an associate pastor in the Prestonwood Baptist Church.
He also ran for legislature and won a seat in Texas..
In 2019, President Donald Trump bestowed upon Scott the opportunity to lead the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council.
“I had the privilege of learning from my dear friend, mentor, and former secretary of HUD, Dr. Ben Carson,” he says.
Under the leadership and mentorship of Dr. Carson, Scott was able to see the ins and outs as the job of secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
In 2025, Turner was elected by President Donald Trump as the new Secretary of HUD.
Speaking at CPAC on Feb. 21, 2025, Scott said, “We will be mission minded at HUD.”
Other goals Scott hopes to achieve at HUD is lowering housing costs and making sure the American dream moves on and is available for every person.
One of his first acts at HUD has been to cancel the government program giving financial assistance to illegal immigrants to buy a home in America.
“I am honored today to be called for such a time as this,” says Scott. “All glory goes to the Lord, and I thank him for this opportunity to make a generational impact, and to give voice to all the forgotten Americans. We will achieve great things at HUD. The best days are yet to come.
