Andrew Hughes

Andrew D. Hughes (born 1985 or 1986) is an American government official who is serving as the 13th United States Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development since June 27, 2025. During the first Trump administration, he was the chief of staff at the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Career Prior to entering politics, Hughes spent time as a plumbing and HVAC salesman. He also worked as an Uber driver and was a special projects coordinator in the University of Texas System eight months prior to becoming a government employee.

After his tenure as chief of staff, Hughes served as the executive director for Carson's American Cornerstone Institute. His nomination received statements of support from secretary Scott Turner, Tim Scott, the chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, and the Mortgage Bankers Association.