Mr. President, America is in a full-blown housing crisis. Across this country, home prices are sky high, rent is through the roof, and the median age of a first-time home buyer is now at an alltime high. But for too long, the Federal Government has been asleep at the switch, and that changes today. I stand here in support of the historic 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. This landmark bill will boost housing supply, bring down costs, and, for the first time ever, stop private equity from buying up single-family homes.
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Elizabeth Warren
Senator · Massachusetts · Democrat
Elizabeth Warren
Consumer Protection · Break Up Big Banks · Tax the Billionaires · Reproductive Rights
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Madam President, I rise today in support of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. We are closer than ever to passing the biggest housing bill since 1990, when the average price of a home in America sold for $150,000. Today, 36 years later, the average home is selling for over $500,000. The American dream of home ownership is now out of reach for millions of families. The median age of a first-time home buyer is now at an alltime high, and it is no secret why this has happened. Our Nation has a shortage of millions of homes.
Mr. President, I urge my colleagues to vote no on Donald Trump's attempt to take over America's central bank. Trump's economy is in big trouble, and everybody knows it, including Donald Trump. Consumer sentiment is at an alltime low. Families are paying more for groceries, more for housing, more for healthcare--all thanks to Trump's chaotic tariffs and his One Big Beautiful Bill, and now his foolish and illegal war with Iran is further driving up the cost of gas and the cost of nearly everything else here at home.
Biography
Elizabeth Warren began her career as a consumer advocate, gaining national attention for her work protecting families from predatory financial practices. Elected as U.S. Senator for Massachusetts in 2012, she has prioritized financial regulation, affordable healthcare, and student debt relief. Warren played a central role in creating the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and has led efforts to strengthen oversight of Wall Street through key Senate committees. Her leadership style is marked by rigorous oversight and a commitment to transparent policymaking, aiming to ensure economic security for her constituents and the nation.
Education
- J.D., Rutgers Law School, Newark, NJ1976
- B.A. in Speech Pathology / Audiology, University of Houston, Houston, TX1970
Professional History
U.S. Senator
2013–PresentSenator from Massachusetts. 3 terms.
Leo Gottlieb Professor of Law, Harvard Law School
1995–2012Assistant to the President and Special Advisor to the Secretary of the Treasury for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
2010–11Chair, Congressional Oversight Panel
2008–10Chief Advisor, National Bankruptcy Review Commission
1995–97
Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security9%
Health9%
Finance and Financial Sector6%
Crime and Law Enforcement3%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Elizabeth Warren's record in Congress.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Championed the creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to protect consumers from unfair financial practices.
Student Loan Debt Relief
Advocated for and secured expanded student loan forgiveness for defrauded borrowers through Department of Education reforms.
COVID-19 Relief Oversight
Co-authored legislation establishing a Congressional Oversight Commission to monitor COVID-19 relief spending.
Accountable Capitalism Act
Introduced the Accountable Capitalism Act to require large corporations to consider interests of all stakeholders, not just shareholders.
Committee Assignments
View details →- Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban AffairsRanking Member
- Senate Special Committee on Aging
- Senate Committee on Armed Services
- Senate Committee on Finance
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