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Trump Slams Biden's Digital Equity Act as 'Racist'

5/10/2025

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Trump Attacks Digital Equity

President Donald Trump has launched a fierce attack on the Biden administration's Digital Equity Act, calling it "racist" and "unconstitutional." He vowed to dismantle the $2.5 billion initiative, arguing it fosters "woke handouts." Despite its bipartisan roots aimed at enhancing internet access for underserved communities, legal battles loom on the horizon.

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Senators Defend Internet Access

The Senate's recent vote to repeal an FCC rule jeopardizes low-income students' access to vital internet resources by cutting off E-Rate funds for Wi-Fi hotspots in schools and libraries. Advocates warn this decision deepens the digital divide, particularly in rural communities, while Senators Markey and Schumer passionately defend the essential role of internet access in education and economic growth.

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Trump Attacks Digital Equity

President Donald Trump has launched a fierce attack on the Biden administration's Digital Equity Act, calling it "racist" and "unconstitutional." He vowed to dismantle the $2.5 billion initiative, arguing it fosters "woke handouts." Despite its bipartisan roots aimed at enhancing internet access for underserved communities, legal battles loom on the horizon.

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