The Trump administration is deleting government data. From infant deaths to hunger, here are 5 ways it’s hurting Americans
Summary
The Trump administration has removed and altered many federal government datasets and resources, affecting information on issues like hazardous chemicals, maternal health, hunger, LGBTQ youth, and climate disasters. This reduction in publicly available data impacts how agencies respond to crises and how the public understands important problems in their communities.Key Facts
- The U.S. government collects data on many topics that help guide policy and funding decisions.
- The Trump administration has targeted data related to racial equity, gender, climate, and other “woke” issues by deleting or restricting access.
- One tool removed was the EPA’s Risk Management Program webpage that let people see if they lived near hazardous chemical facilities.
- Removing this tool makes it harder for people, especially those in environmental justice communities, to know about nearby chemical dangers.
- Data removal affects federal agencies’ ability to handle extreme weather, monitor public health risks, and support food banks.
- Experts warn that losing this data will make life harder because people and officials will lack important information about health and safety.
- The deleted data and resources include surveys, staff positions, and online tools once accessible to the public.
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