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Trump proposes eliminating race, ethnicity questions from 2030 census, alarming health, civil rights advocates - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PST

CHICAGO — A Trump administration proposal to eliminate questions about race, ethnicity and sexual orientation from the U.S. census could hurt efforts to address inequities in Chicago and across the nation, health and civil rights advocates warn. The proposal is part of the administration’s broader effort to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

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Spokane Spokesman-Review· Oct 24, 11:15 PMTrump proposes eliminating race, ethnicity questions from 2030 census, alarming health, civil rights advocates - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PST

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