Fair Housing
Which government agency enforces the federal Fair Housing Act?
AThe Department of Justice only
BThe Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)✓ Correct
CThe Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA)
DThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
Explanation
HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development) is the primary federal agency responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act, investigating complaints, and pursuing administrative actions. The DOJ may also file cases in federal court.
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