Judge Slows Census Bureau Effort To End Count Early

Judge Slows Census Bureau Effort To End Count Early

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The video discusses the US Census Bureau's plan to wind down operations early, initially set to end in October but now moved to September. This decision, influenced by the Trump administration, aims to complete data collection a month earlier than planned. The change raises concerns about potential miscounts, especially among minority groups, affecting federal funding and representation. Legal actions have been taken, with a restraining order issued and a court hearing set for September 17th, as critics argue the move could skew political power in favor of the Republican Party.

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What concerns did critics express regarding the shortened timeline for the census?

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What legal action was taken against the Trump administration regarding the census?

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