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Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R- Arkansas) today released the following statement after meeting with Secretary of Housing and Urban Development nominee Ben Carson:

"Ben Carson is a world-renowned surgeon whose intellect and life-experience make him an excellent candidate for the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). During our meeting, Ben and I discussed lowering the costs of housing for all Americans by reducing federal overreach, and how to address homelessness among veterans to ensure our men and women in uniform receive the support and care they need. I look forward to supporting his nomination."