House Republicans Pass Bill to Exclude Non-Citizens from Census Apportionment

The contentious legislation aims to reshape electoral representation by counting only U.S. citizens in the census, sparking debates over constitutional and democratic principles.

The Equal Representation Act, passed by House Republicans, mandates a citizenship question in the census to determine congressional and Electoral College apportionment.
Critics argue the bill could significantly alter population counts and skew electoral outcomes, with potential long-term effects on political representation.
Opposition from Democrats and civil rights groups highlights concerns over the exclusion of non-citizens from apportionment, citing historical inclusion since 1790.
The bill's passage in the House faces a challenging future in the Democratic-controlled Senate, with previous attempts at similar measures failing.
Debate intensifies over the implications of such a census change on the fairness and integrity of U.S. elections, amid broader discussions on immigration and electoral fraud.