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Congressional Black Caucus Unveils Plan for Equity Reforms

2/12/2026

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The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and civil rights groups relaunch a plan to counter policies perceived as weakening protections for minority communities under U.S. President Donald Trump.
The plan targets Black History Month, including efforts to redefine history education and civil rights cases against white individuals.
Despite congressional obstacles, advocates pursue lawsuits as a coalition of civil rights groups and Democratic attorneys general seeks to broaden diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and civil rights groups relaunch a plan to counter policies perceived as weakening protections for minority communities under U.S. President Donald Trump.
The plan targets Black History Month, including efforts to redefine history education and civil rights cases against white individuals.
Despite congressional obstacles, advocates pursue lawsuits as a coalition of civil rights groups and Democratic attorneys general seeks to broaden diversity, equity, and inclusion.