Todd Thurman
Role: Contributor
Position: Digital Strategy Specialist, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Background:
Todd Thurman is a communications and digital strategy expert with extensive experience in conservative media and political strategy. He served as the Digital Strategy Specialist at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from September 2018 during the Trump administration. In this role, he was responsible for managing digital communications and implementing online strategy initiatives to support the department’s objectives.
Prior to his role at HUD, Thurman worked at The Heritage Foundation, where he was an Email and Digital Media Manager in the Digital Strategy department. There, he produced the foundation’s flagship email newsletters and contributed editorial content to The Daily Signal. His work has also been featured on Breitbart and cited in various political publications. Thurman holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from California State University – Northridge and has a background in digital marketing and communications strategy.
Relation to Trump:
Thurman’s work at HUD during the Trump administration placed him at the intersection of digital communication and policy promotion. His role involved crafting and disseminating messaging that aligned with the administration’s goals, particularly in areas such as housing policy and urban development. His earlier work at The Heritage Foundation, a key conservative think tank with strong ties to the Trump administration, further solidified his influence in promoting conservative policies.
Scandals or Controversies:
There are no significant scandals or controversies directly associated with Todd Thurman. His career has been marked by his effective use of digital media to advance conservative agendas, both in the nonprofit sector and within the federal government.