President Donald Trump has ignited significant controversy by demanding a new census that would exclude undocumented immigrants, asserting on social media that those "illegally in our Country" will not be counted.
This bold move is part of Trump's strategy to influence political representation and funding ahead of the pivotal 2026 congressional elections.
Legal experts warn that the proposal violates constitutional mandates, which require the census to count all "persons," potentially diminishing representation for states with large immigrant communities.
Political reactions are sharply divided, with Republican supporters praising the initiative for ensuring fair demographics, while Democrats and various advocacy groups decried it as a discriminatory act further entrenching inequality.
Trump’s former advisor, Stephen Miller, has defended the decision by suggesting that Democrats have historically rigged census data to manipulate political outcomes.
This latest twist in immigration policy reflects Trump's ongoing aggressive stance, echoing his militaristic rhetoric to rally public support for his administration's controversial initiatives.
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