Fact Check: Trump’s Supposed Executive Order on Public Housing Limits
Claim:
A viral Instagram post claims that President Donald Trump signed an executive order setting a two-year time limit for individuals living in public housing, effective in 2026.
Evidence:
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No Executive Order Found: There is no evidence of any such executive order on the White House or Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) websites.
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Lack of Media Coverage: No credible media outlets have reported on Trump issuing such an order.
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Absence of Statements from Housing Advocacy Groups: The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC), a leading advocate for affordable housing, has not issued any statements regarding a purported executive order limiting public housing duration.
Context:
Trump did sign an executive order on his first day in office calling for efforts to reduce housing costs and expand housing supply. However, the order made no specific mention of public housing.
Previous False Claims:
USA TODAY has previously debunked similar false claims about Trump, including assertions about his popularity at the Super Bowl, a misleading image about education, and Walmart’s pricing policies.
Expert Opinion:
Lead Stories, a fact-checking organization, has also debunked the claim about the public housing time limit.
Conclusion:
The claim that Trump signed an executive order limiting the duration of public housing is false. There is no evidence to support this assertion, and it contradicts information from official sources and housing advocacy groups.
Additional Information:
- Public housing is a federally funded program that provides affordable housing to low-income families and individuals.
- The length of time individuals can stay in public housing is generally determined by their financial situation and availability of housing alternatives.
- Any changes to public housing policies are typically implemented through legislation or regulations, not executive orders.
