Biden Proposes National Rent Control Amid Housing Crisis
The President's plan seeks to cap rent hikes by corporate landlords, sparking debate over economic impacts and housing policies.
- Biden's proposal aims to limit rent increases to 5% for corporate landlords owning over 50 units.
- The plan requires congressional approval and faces significant political hurdles.
- Critics argue that rent control could reduce housing supply and increase dependency on government services.
- Supporters believe it could stabilize neighborhoods and protect tenants from sudden rent hikes.
- The proposal marks a significant shift in U.S. housing policy, reflecting growing tenant activism.