Former HUD Secretary Ben Carson to Speak at UW-Madison
Dr. Ben Carson, former U.S. Housing Secretary under President Trump, is scheduled to speak at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Madison, WI, November 3, 2026 —
Dr. Ben Carson, who previously served as the U.S. Housing Secretary under President Donald Trump, is scheduled to deliver remarks at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The specific date and topic of Dr. Carson’s speaking engagement were not immediately available.
Carson’s tenure as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) spanned from March 2017 to January 2021. During his leadership, HUD focused on various initiatives related to housing policy, community development, and urban revitalization. Prior to his role in the Trump administration, Dr. Carson was a renowned neurosurgeon at Johns Hopkins Hospital.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison, a public land-grant research university, serves as a prominent institution of higher education in the state. Universities often host public figures, including former government officials and policy experts, to engage students and faculty in discussions on a wide range of subjects, from public service to national policy. The details regarding the organizer or the specific program hosting Dr. Carson’s appearance at UW-Madison have not been disclosed.
Further information regarding the schedule, venue, and the subject matter of Dr. Carson’s address is anticipated to be released by the university or the hosting organization.
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