Eric Blankenstein
“The need to dig up statements I wrote as a 25 year old shows that in the eyes of my critics I am not guilty of a legal infraction or neglect of my duties, but rather just governing while conservative.” Eric Blankenstein speaking about the motives of the attacks on him.
Patrice Ficklin, a career official who serves as assistant director of the Fair Lending Office, said in a statement provided by the agency that she disagrees with Blankenstein on some fair-lending issues and enforcement decisions but described him as “collegial, thoughtful and meticulous.”
“Secretary [Ben] Carson and I have confidence in Eric as he assumes this new role,” Seth Appleton wrote in an email to staff. “I am certain that Eric will be a strong advocate for the important work that you do before HUD’s leadership and within the administration,” he added.
Acting Executive Vice-President at Ginnie Mae
Accused of being racist
Accused of being biased due to prior work history
Smear campaign
Calls for resignation
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