    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I)]
    [June 5, 2008]
    [Pages 756-757]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Confirmation of Steven C. Preston as Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban
    Development
    June 5, 2008

        I am pleased that the Senate unanimously confirmed Steve Preston to
    serve as Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
        Steve is a strong leader whose understanding of our financial
    markets and strong management skills make him highly qualified to serve
    in this important position. He

    will aggressively work to ensure that the Department remains focused on
    its mission of making housing more affordable and helping Americans keep
    their homes. Steve is also a consensus builder who will build on our
    efforts to work with Congress on responsible legislation addressing our
    Nation's housing policies.

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