Archive · 25 May 2025
Trump Moves to End Digital Equity Act, Citing Racism
The Digital Equity Act was created to help people who don't have internet or the skills to use it.
It was designed to help everyone, including people in rural areas, older adults, and veterans.
It provided money for things like computers, internet access, and training.
But former President Trump decided to end the program, calling it "racist."
This has stopped funding for programs that were helping people.
Some people are worried because this will make it harder for people to get the help they need to use the internet, which is needed for many things today.
Former President Trump announced plans to end the Digital Equity Act.
The Digital Equity Act was designed to bring internet access to every home and business in the US.
Trump labeled the program as "racist" and an "illegal $2.5 billion dollar giveaway."
The Act provided funding for internet access, computers, and training.
The National Digital Inclusion Alliance stated the program addressed the digital divide.
- Who
- Former President Donald Trump, supporters of the Digital Equity Act, and those who would benefit from the Act.
- What
- Former President Trump is taking steps to end the Digital Equity Act.
- When
- The announcement was made this month.
- Where
- The United States
- Why
- Trump views the program as "racist and illegal" and a "woke handout."
Advocates and Supporters
Trump Administration
Nature of the Digital Equity Act
Advocates and Supporters
The Digital Equity Act aims to bridge the digital divide and provide essential resources for underserved communities.
Trump Administration
The Digital Equity Act is "racist and illegal," representing "woke handouts based on race."
- Program Name
- Digital Equity Act
- Funding Amount
- $2.75 billion
- Former President
- Donald Trump
- Primary Goal
- Bridge the digital divide
- Supporters
- Sen. Patty Murray