The Biden administration introduced several new efforts to protect renters, make renting more affordable, and to increase fairness in the rental market.
William Sanchez: Fighting for the People
A vocal proponent of affordable housing, universal child care, Biden’s Immigration Act of 2021, and Medicare for All, Sanchez believes the decisions Sen. Marco Rubio has been making “are not in the best interest of Floridians.” That is why he is running to oust him in 2022.
Nikki Fried Listens to Floricua Leaders as She Runs to Unseat DeSantis in 2022
A vocal opponent of the Republican incumbent, the Democratic commissioner has launched a “listening tour” to connect and understand the needs of Florida communities.
This Is Why Josh Weil Is Running to ‘Retire Marco Rubio’
Running against the Republican incumbent, the math and science teacher from Orlando has a clear plan of action to build systems that help Floridians and promises to work only “for the people.”
FEMA Is Demanding a Refund From Thousands of Boricuas
The federal agency claims these residents were ineligible for funds to rebuild homes damaged by earthquakes and Hurricanes María and Irma.
Democrat Daniella Levine Cava Beats Steve Bovo To Become Miami-Dade County Mayor
The new mayor plans to take a more dedicated approach to battling the COVID-19 pandemic and empower entrepreneurs across the community by opening small business accelerators.
Latino Family Facing Eviction Gets $67K in Donations After AOC and CNN Highlight Their Story
An estimated 40 million are in danger of being evicted due to the coronavirus economic downturn. But people across the country are pitching in to help.
Landlords Are Harassing and Threatening Tenants Who Are Struggling to Pay Rent During Coronavirus
The data and analytics real estate firm Amherst projects that 28 million renters, or about 22.5% of all households, are at risk of eviction.
US Households Are Having Trouble Meeting Basic Needs, Survey Shows
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, participants report not having the means to cover food, health and rent costs.
‘If I Do Pay My Rent, It’s Going to Eat Into My Food Money.’
Here are some of the stories of Americans trying to make rent, this month and beyond.