The Trump administration's recent executive order aims to weaken several agencies, including the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), alarming Democratic lawmakers and nonprofit advocates. The MBDA plays a crucial role in assisting minority-owned businesses by providing guidance for securing loans and contracts. With the majority of its workforce placed on administrative leave, critics argue that these cuts threaten job creation and economic growth. In one fiscal year, the MBDA facilitated over $1.5 billion in capital and helped retain or create approximately 23,000 jobs, underscoring its significance in supporting minority communities.
The gutting of the Minority Business Development Agency, as proposed by the Trump administration, raises concerns about potential job losses and negative impacts on minority-owned businesses.
Senators have called on the administration to disclose proposed cuts, warning that reduced support for the Minority Business Development Agency could severely hurt small businesses and the economy.
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