- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
A message from League of United Latin American Citizens
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
View as web page:
[link removed]
[ [link removed] ]
LULAC SAYS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S FREEZE OF FEDERAL FUNDS AND GRANTS COMES WITH A
HIGH HUMAN TOLL
=================================================================================
Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Calls the Pause in
Critical Federal Monies Harsh and Targets Those Most in Need
Washington, DC – The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) expressed
grave concern and dismay following the Trump Administration's announcement of a
federal funding and grants freeze [ [link removed] ] ,
which is set to take effect Tuesday. This decision, framed as an ideological
review of spending to align with executive orders, jeopardizes critical lifeline
programs that millions of Americans rely on for health care, education, and
social services.
"LULAC calls upon President Trump and his administration to reconsider the human
impact of pausing lifeline funds to programs that affect millions of Americans
who depend on them," says Roman Palomares, LULAC National President and Chairman
of the Board. "Safety net programs across our country rely on these critical
monies to deliver health care, education, and a wide range of other social
services that directly impact their quality of life. This is no longer just about
the Latino community but about those who are living on the least amount of money
and need our help the most."
The White House claims the freeze is intended to ensure compliance with executive
orders designed to roll back measures on transgender rights, environmental
justice, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Although
administration officials have stated that federal assistance to individuals—such
as Social Security, Medicare, food stamps, and student loans—will not be
affected, the sweeping pause on grants and loans could still disrupt trillions of
dollars in funding. This includes programs for healthcare research, educational
initiatives, and even grants that have already been awarded but remain unspent.
"LULAC is doing a deeper analysis along with other policy experts on the
consequences of this latest action by the White House," says Palomares. "We are
keeping our members, community allies, and stakeholders informed and will
continue to provide informational support and refer them to alternative sources
of assistance as we learn more. We will survive and prevail," he says.
LULAC warns that the freeze could have a particularly devastating impact on
underserved communities, including Latinos and other vulnerable populations, who
depend on these programs to access essential services. This unprecedented
disruption risks widening the gap for millions of Americans already struggling to
make ends meet.
# # #
About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation's oldest and
largest Latino civil rights organization. Founded in 1929, LULAC is committed to
advancing the rights and opportunities of Latino Americans through advocacy,
community building, and education. With a growing network of councils nationwide,
LULAC remains steadfast in its mission to protect and empower millions of
Latinos, contributing daily to America's prosperity. For more information about
LULAC and its initiatives, please visit www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Make sure you receive email from LULAC. Add
[email protected] to your approved senders list.
This email was sent to:
[email protected]
Click here to unsubscribe from email sent by LULAC.
[link removed]
Paid for by LULAC ( [link removed] ) and not
authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.
Contributions or gifts to LULAC are not tax-deductible.
Design by Plus Three [link removed]
Powered by ARCOS [link removed]
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
