Marcia Fudge is an American politician and member of the Democratic Party. She has served as the U.S. Representative for Ohio's 11th congressional district since 2013. Fudge is known for her work on issues such as housing, urban development, and civil rights. Before her time in Congress, she was the mayor of Warrensville Heights, Ohio, and served in the Ohio House of Representatives. In March 2021, President Joe Biden appointed Fudge as the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). In this role, she focuses on promoting affordable housing and addressing homelessness across the country. Fudge's leadership aims to improve living conditions for low-income families and communities.