Trump's Terms Trump official acknowledges: Congress has final say on census
Aug 13, 2025
A surprising clarification emerges as a Trump administration official states Congress ultimately holds power over the U.S. Census, not the president. The podcast dives into the potential political manipulation surrounding the census and its pivotal role in determining electoral boundaries. Discussions also center on proposals to conduct a new census before 2030, highlighting the complex implications of including non-citizens. Legal challenges and partisanship add further intrigue to this vital aspect of American democracy.
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Congress Has Final Say Over Census
- Commerce Secretary oversight does not equal unilateral presidential control of the census process.
- The Census count and apportionment are ultimately matters for Congress and the statutory process.
Greene Proposed A New Census; Trump Backed It
- Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene proposed a bill calling for an immediate new census and redistricting.
- President Trump publicly backed Greene's proposal and discussed possible earlier counting than 2030.
Legal Roadblocks To A Pre-2030 Census
- Attempting a census before 2030 would likely prompt immediate legal challenges.
- Proposals to exclude noncitizens from counts would conflict with the 14th Amendment and face court fights.