Trump housing policy is a mess and it won’t fix the US housing crisis

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Eduardo PorterFebruary 7, 2026 at 01:00 PM

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The article discusses Donald Trump's contradictory views on housing and their potential impact on the US housing crisis. Trump has stated he wants to increase home values for current owners, seemingly at odds with addressing housing affordability. While he previously aimed to lower new home costs by reducing regulations, the article points out the complexity of the issue, including rising income inequality driving up housing prices in urban areas. The article also mentions bipartisan support for deregulation to increase housing supply, but notes recent research casts doubt on the narrative that rising housing prices are solely due to increased regulation.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Joe Biden 40% Kevin Warsh 50% Federal Reserve 60% United States 80% Donald Trump ×590%

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housing crisis 100% housing prices 90% housing affordability 80% trump housing policy 70% housing regulation 60% income inequality 50% interest rates 40% zoning constraints 40%