Robert Santos, the first Hispanic director of the U.S. Census Bureau, has resigned midway through his term, prompting concerns about the 2030 census preparation. Appointed by President Biden, Santos focused on inclusivity but his departure allows potential partisan influences, particularly from Republicans seeking to adjust census counting methods. Civil rights groups have called for an impartial successor to ensure the bureau's integrity. Santos was also overseeing updates to census questions regarding sexual orientation and race, which are crucial for an accurate representation in the census.
Robert Santos, who led the U.S. Census Bureau with a focus on inclusivity, has resigned, impacting the preparation for the critical 2030 census.
Santos' departure opens the door for potential partisan influence on the Census Bureau, amidst calls from civil rights groups for an impartial successor.
With census data determining political power and federal funding, civil rights advocates stress the necessity of maintaining the bureau's integrity against partisan pressures.
Planning for the 2030 census was part of Santos' objectives, along with updating questions around sexual orientation, gender identity, and race.
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