Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner visited Pittsburgh to review community investment and revitalization programs. Their tour included stops at United States Steel Corporation, Bedford Dwellings, and Light of Life Rescue Mission.
“It was great spending the day in Pittsburgh with Secretary Turner and getting to demonstrate firsthand so much of what makes Pennsylvania great and a pillar of our nation’s future success. From U. S. Steel’s historic Edgar Thomson Works, which will help revitalize manufacturing in our region, to Bedford Dwellings’ efforts to help working Pennsylvanians achieve and maintain the dream of home ownership, and Light of Life’s incredible, faith-based mission to lift up those in need and help them achieve a brighter future, we saw the best western Pennsylvania has to offer,” said Senator McCormick. “I’m looking forward to continuing working with President Trump, Secretary Turner, and my colleagues in Congress to expand access to affordable housing and revitalize communities in Pennsylvania and across America.”
“Pittsburgh stands as a testament to America’s spirit of hard work and resilience,” said HUD Secretary Scott Turner. “I kicked off my visit with Senators McCormick and Fetterman at U. S. Steel’s Edgar Thomson Works – a site that isn’t just a legacy of Pittsburgh’s steel industry, but a foundation for the future. Throughout the day, I met local leaders and visited programs that carried that same spirit forward, demonstrating that when Americans unite in service, we revitalize communities, build self-sufficiency, and create opportunity.”
Earlier this year, President Trump signed an Executive Order approving Nippon Steel’s investment in U.S. Steel Corporation. This action is intended to allow the company to invest further in job creation and steel production while maintaining its role as an important part of Pittsburgh’s economy.
Senator McCormick was joined by Secretary Turner and Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) during their tour at U.S. Steel where they discussed strengthening manufacturing sectors, creating employment opportunities, and ensuring adequate housing supply.
Bedford Dwellings is recognized as Pittsburgh’s first public housing development established by the local Housing Authority. It offers affordable homes along with programs designed for youth, families, and seniors.
Light of Life is a nonprofit rescue mission providing essential services such as food and shelter for individuals facing homelessness or poverty. After touring the facility, Senator McCormick and Secretary Turner spoke with staff about how faith-based organizations can contribute solutions for people experiencing hardship.
