President Trump announced he is terminating the Digital Equity Act of 2021 which provided $2.75 billion for broadband grants aimed at underserved communities. He described the program as unconstitutional and a 'woke handout' based on race. The Digital Equity Act, part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, supports various groups including low-income households and veterans. Advocacy groups criticize Trump's decision as unconstitutional, warning it could harm rural voters dependent on broadband access and could lead to lawsuits due to unallocated grants.
President Trump is ending the Digital Equity Act's broadband grant program, labeling it racist and unconstitutional while claiming to save taxpayers billions.
The Digital Equity Act aimed to bridge the digital divide for underserved Americans, including low-income households and veterans.
Public Knowledge argues Trump's move is unconstitutional and may adversely affect rural red state voters who benefit from broadband access.
Some states have already received funding, and Trump's decision to cancel unallocated grants may lead to potential lawsuits.
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