The United States President Donald Trump has ordered federal officials to begin preparations for a new census that would exclude undocumented immigrants. This announcement comes as Republican-led states gear up for redistricting ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
President Trump described the proposed census as a more accurate reflection of the U.S. population, leaving out the manner in which the data would be collected or verified.
Legal experts predict swift court challenges, noting that previous efforts to exclude non-citizens have been blocked and warning that the plan could compromise the integrity and accuracy of U.S. demographic data.
