Mel Watt

Watt Gets a Biden White House Welcome

Joe Biden greets Mel Watt and family before swearing-in.
01/07/2014

Mel Watt Sworn In As Federal Housing Finance Agency Director

Former congressman is now the nation's housing regulator.
01/06/2014

Rep. Mel Watt Confirmed to Head Federal Housing Finance Agency

The Senate confirmed Mel Watt by a vote of 57-41.
12/10/2013
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Civil Rights Groups Slam GOP Blockade of Black and Female Nominees

Black leaders angry Obama nominees not moving forward.
11/19/2013

Capitol Hill Welcomes Celebrity Sen. Cory Booker

Biden administered oath of office to Newark's former mayor.
10/31/2013
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Democrats Press Senate to Confirm Mel Watt to Head Housing Agency

Watt needs more votes to become head of FHFA.
10/30/2013

Commentary: It’s Time for the Senate to Confirm Mel Watt

The congressman should lead the Federal Housing Agency.
10/30/2013