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Under Trump, census eyes sweeping plan to omit immigrants, race data

Under Trump, census eyes sweeping plan to omit immigrants, race data

The Trump administration is proposing a dramatic overhaul around the once-a-decade U.S. Census head count that could leave out millions of immigrants based on status and key racial and ethnic data, jeopardizing the allocation of resources and the country’s voting map

Trump Administration's Silence on Salvadoran TPS Protections Elicits Relief and Uncertainty

Trump Administration's Silence on Salvadoran TPS Protections Elicits Relief and Uncertainty

The Trump administration has remained silent on the future of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 170,000 immigrants from El Salvador, allowing a deadline to pass without a public announcement. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) stated it would make an announcement "at an appropriate time" and that TPS for El Salvador would remain in effect until then. This lack of a decision has been met with relief by some, including Del. Alfonso Lopez (D-3) of Northern Virginia, who expressed gratitude that protections and work eligibility are holding fast. However, it also creates uncertainty for TPS holders, their families, and employers. Critics, like Ben Johnson of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, argue that the administration is leaving these individuals in limbo. TPS was initially granted to El Salvador due to the aftermath of a civil war and natural disasters in 2001. While El Salvador has become significantly safer under President Nayib Bukele's crackdown on gangs, rights activists crit...

Representative Hageman Supports President Trump's ACA Refunds Plan for Wyoming

Representative Hageman Supports President Trump's ACA Refunds Plan for Wyoming

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) has publicly supported President Trump's plan to issue refunds for the Affordable Care Act (ACA), often referred to as Obamacare. Hageman stated that the ACA has been a 'complete disaster,' leading to higher costs for millions of Americans and worsening the healthcare system. She emphasized that President Trump's initiative to return overpaid funds to hardworking Americans is a necessary step. Hageman highlighted her commitment to ensuring constituents' hard-earned income returns to Wyoming from Washington, a priority during her two-term tenure in the House of Representatives. She also noted her focus on protecting rural healthcare, which has resulted in securing over $205 million for Wyoming healthcare through the Rural Health Transformation Program, alongside Senators Barrasso and Lummis. Hageman views President Trump's actions as a recognition of the hardships faced by Wyomingites due to what she describes as a failed mandate attempting to nationalize healthcare.

EEOC Under President Trump Administration Shifts Focus, Ends Collection of Workforce Demographic Data

EEOC Under President Trump Administration Shifts Focus, Ends Collection of Workforce Demographic Data

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), under the President Trump administration, has significantly altered its mission and operational practices. A key change involves the Republican majority's vote to end the 60-year practice of collecting workforce demographic data from employers. This decision, pending a public comment period that has concluded, is expected to be finalized soon. This data, known as EEO-1 reports, tracks gender, race, and ethnicity across job categories for employers with 100 or more employees. Historically, this information has been crucial for the EEOC to identify patterns of systemic discrimination and pursue disparate-impact cases, which have led to substantial settlements benefiting thousands of workers. The shift aligns with recommendations from Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for President Trump's second term, which views the data collection as potentially leading to 'racial quotas.' Andrea Lucas, acting chair of the EEOC, has also redirected the agency's ...

Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. Comments on Smithsonian Secretary's Departure Amidst Trump Administration Pressure

Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. Comments on Smithsonian Secretary's Departure Amidst Trump Administration Pressure

Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, has announced his resignation after seven years in the role. His departure comes during a period of significant pressure from the Trump administration, which has reportedly targeted the institution and its leadership. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., who serves as the Smithsonian’s chancellor, issued a statement acknowledging Mr. Bunch's contributions, stating that he "pursued excellence in the telling of our nation’s story" and that the Smithsonian had "benefited greatly from his wisdom, vision and leadership." Mr. Bunch is expected to retire at the end of the year. The Trump administration's actions have included an executive order accusing the Smithsonian of promoting narratives that portray American and Western values as harmful, and calls for cutting exhibits inconsistent with federal law. President Trump also reportedly complained on social media that the Smithsonian was "OUT OF CONTROL" and focused too much on the history of slavery.

Trump administration proposes dropping huge swath of immigrants from US census

Trump administration proposes dropping huge swath of immigrants from US census

By Julia Harte Sept 9 (Reuters) - The Trump administration proposed on Wednesday changing the national census to include only U.S. citizens and permanent residents, a move that could significantly change how much political representation and federal funding each state receives. The U.S.

Trump Administration Proposes Census Overhaul to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants from House Apportionment

Trump Administration Proposes Census Overhaul to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants from House Apportionment

The Trump administration has proposed a significant overhaul to the U.S. census, aiming to exclude undocumented and temporary immigrants from the data used to apportion House seats after the 2030 census. This proposal, set to be published in the Federal Register, continues an effort from President Trump's first term. The rule argues that the Constitution's requirement to count the 'whole number of persons' in each state does not necessitate including 'illegal aliens' as they are not considered 'true inhabitants' or 'members of the body politic.' The proposal also contemplates adding a citizenship question to the census questionnaire, a move that sparked a major court battle during President Trump's first term. Additionally, the administration seeks to reduce the demographic information collected about Americans' race and ethnicity, data frequently used to prove racial discrimination in redistricting and for other federal government uses.

Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Non-Citizens from U.S. Census Count

Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Non-Citizens from U.S. Census Count

The Trump administration has put forth a proposal to significantly alter the U.S. census by excluding certain non-citizens from the population count. Under this proposal, released by the Department of Commerce, only U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents would be included in the census. Other foreign nationals, including those with temporary legal status and undocumented immigrants, would be excluded. This marks a departure from historical precedent, as the 1790 Census Act mandated counting all individuals with a 'usual place of abode' in the U.S., regardless of citizenship status. The proposal also suggests removing certain questions on race and ethnicity from the questionnaire, citing doubts about their 'usefulness.' To verify citizenship status, the administration proposes cross-referencing census responses with other government records, including those from the Department of Homeland Security and the Treasury, and adding questions about legal immigration status to the short-form questionnaire. Th...

Minnesota and Trump Administration Clash in Court Over Immigration Surge Lawsuit's Future

Minnesota and Trump Administration Clash in Court Over Immigration Surge Lawsuit's Future

Minnesota and the Trump administration are in court debating whether the state's lawsuit concerning a past immigration enforcement surge should be dismissed. The federal government argues that Minnesota lacks legal standing because 'Operation Metro Surge,' which involved thousands of federal agents in the Twin Cities, has concluded. However, Minnesota state officials contend that the government could resume similar 'unlawful actions' and that the threat of enforcement remains. U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez expressed skepticism about dismissing the case, noting the Justice Department's unwillingness to guarantee that the surge policies would not return. The state initially filed the lawsuit in January, seeking to halt the operation and declare the government's actions unlawful. 'Operation Metro Surge,' which began in December 2025, was described by Homeland Security as the largest immigration enforcement action in U.S. history. While the federal government stated it targeted noncitizens with crimin...

Maine Politicians React to President Trump's Proposed Triumphal Arch, Citing Separation of Powers Concerns

Maine Politicians React to President Trump's Proposed Triumphal Arch, Citing Separation of Powers Concerns

Maine politicians, including U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, and U.S. Sen. Angus King, are expressing concerns and opposition to President Trump's plans for a 250-foot-tall triumphal arch in Memorial Circle, Washington D.C. The proposed arch, which critics say would deface the sightline between Arlington National Cemetery and the Lincoln Memorial, has sparked a lawsuit from a veterans group. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum recently announced that excavation would begin soon for the 'Great Triumphal Arch and Military Observation Deck.' However, lawmakers argue that breaking ground would ignore a pending lawsuit and bypass congressional authorization required by the Commemorative Works Act. U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, a moderate Democrat, stated that the arch calls into question the separation of powers, as Congress has not approved or funded the project, despite the President's claim of a century-old authorization. U.S. Sen. Susan Collins' spokesperson indicated that s...

Trump Administration Proposes Stripping Tax-Exempt Status from Schools with Minority Aid Programs

Trump Administration Proposes Stripping Tax-Exempt Status from Schools with Minority Aid Programs

The Trump administration has announced a new regulation that could revoke the tax-exempt status of educational institutions, including secondary schools and universities, if they offer financial support specifically to Black and other minority students. The administration argues that scholarships and programs designed to address the disenfranchisement of marginalized communities are discriminatory against white and Asian students. According to The New York Times, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) would be tasked with enforcing this new ruling, denying tax-exempt status to any school found to have policies or programs deemed racially discriminatory. This move is framed by the administration as protecting Asian students, but critics argue it pits minority communities against each other and ignores the diverse histories and barriers that shape access to higher education for different groups.

President Trump's Administration Expands Federal Control Over Voter Eligibility and Mail Ballots, Drawing Supreme Court Scrutiny

President Trump's Administration Expands Federal Control Over Voter Eligibility and Mail Ballots, Drawing Supreme Court Scrutiny

The Trump administration is significantly expanding federal control over U.S. election processes, moving beyond traditional state administration. This initiative involves an executive order directing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to compile 'State Citizenship Lists' by combining immigration, Social Security, and other federal data through the SAVE (Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements) system. These lists are intended to verify the citizenship of registered voters. Concurrently, the executive order mandates the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to implement a new system for handling mail ballots, requiring states to provide voter information and use unique barcodes, with the USPS refusing delivery if required information is not submitted. These actions have led to legal challenges, with the Supreme Court currently reviewing emergency requests related to both the expanded SAVE system and the mail ballot regulations.