Trump’s Census Proposal Sparks Fierce Debate Over Immigration and Representation

President Donald Trump has announced a controversial plan that could dramatically reshape U.S. politics and funding distribution. In a post on Truth Social, Trump instructed the Department of Commerce to create a new “highly accurate” census—excluding undocumented migrants from the official count.

Why It Matters

The U.S. Census, conducted every decade, determines congressional representation and allocates billions in federal funding. Removing undocumented immigrants from the tally could shift political power and resources between states. Pew Research Center data suggests states like California, Florida, and Texas could lose seats, while others such as Alabama, Minnesota, and Ohio might gain.

Critics and Supporters Weigh In

Opponents argue the move is unconstitutional and could slash funding for infrastructure and public services in high-immigrant states. Supporters claim it will protect election integrity by counting only citizens.

With over 11 million undocumented people in the U.S., this proposal has ignited a heated national debate—one that could redefine political representation and federal resource allocation for years to come.