Bonnie Johnson
September 26, 2025
Media ArticleDr. Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., is sworn in as the National Advisor for Nutrition, Health, and Housing at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announces his appointment and highlights his role in shaping policies to improve the lives of Americans.
“There is no one more qualified than Dr. Carson to advise on policies that improve Americans’ everyday quality of life, from nutrition to healthcare quality to ensuring families have access to safe and stable housing,” said Secretary Rollins.
“With six in ten Americans living with at least one chronic disease, and rural communities facing unique challenges with respect to adequate housing, Dr. Carson’s insight and experience is critical.
Dr. Carson will be crucial to implementing the rural health investment provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill and advise on America First polices related to nutrition, health, and housing.”
Dr. Carson expresses his dedication to this mission. “Today, too many Americans are suffering from the effects of poor nutrition. Through common-sense policymaking, we have an opportunity to give our most vulnerable families the tools they need to flourish,” he said. “I am honored to work with Secretary Rollins on these important initiatives to help fulfill President Trump’s vision for a healthier, stronger America.”
In this role, Dr. Carson will advise both President Trump and Secretary Rollins on nutrition, rural healthcare, and housing access. He will serve as the department’s chief voice on these issues and join the Make America Healthy Again Commission while working closely with USDA’s Rural Development Mission Area.
Dr. Carson is the Founder and Chairman of the American Cornerstone Institute and previously served as the 17th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
A renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, he led Johns Hopkins Children’s Center as Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery for nearly 30 years and achieved medical breakthroughs, including the first separation of craniopagus twins joined at the back of the head. His career and public service have earned him numerous awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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